A history of Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana
by Brian J. Costello
Category: Pointe Coupée Parish (La.)

This book chronicles in fully documented text and heirloom images the rich and colorful story of one of the oldest settlements in the Mississippi River Valley, from prehistoric times to the present day. Pointe Coupee's pivotal role in the hsitory of Louisiana and the American South, its agricultural importance, diverse population, wealth of Creole architecture, linguistics and folkways and centuries-old relationship with the Mississippi River are all documented in this comprehensive work on a truly fascinating American community. Home to Ernest J. Gaines, Gen. Russell Honore, Lindy Boggs, Major Gen. John Archer Lejeune and Julian Poydras.