Natchitoches, Louisiana, 1803-1840: A Creole Community on the American Frontier

Description: Natchitoches, Louisiana, 1803-1840 by Kathleen M. Byrd An examination of one French Creole community as it transitioned from a fur-trading and agricultural settlement under Spanish control to a critical American outpost on the Spanish/American frontier and finally to a commercial hub and jumping-off point for those heading west. Focuses on historic events and long-term French Creole residents. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Kathleen M. Byrds Natchitoches, Louisiana, 1803-1840 is an examination of one French Creole community as it transitioned from a fur-trading and agricultural settlement under the control of Spain to a critical American outpost on the Spanish/American frontier and finally to a commercial hub and jumping-off point for those heading west. Byrd focuses on historic events in the area and the long-term French Creole residents as they adapted to the American presence. She also examines the effect of the arrival of the Americans, with their Indian trading house and Indian agency, on Native groups and considers how members of the enslaved population took advantage of opportunities for escape presented by a new international border. Byrd shows how the arrival of Americans forever changed Natchitoches, transforming it from a sleepy frontier settlement into a regional commercial center and staging point for pioneers heading into Texas. Author Biography Until her retirement, Kathleen M. Byrd was the director of the School of Social Sciences at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches. She has also served as the state archaeologist for Louisiana. Review A much-needed narrative of Natchitoches and its surroundings in the immediate decades after the Louisiana Purchase. Byrd deftly shows this was no insignificant outpost, but one at the complex crossroads of political, national, economic, and cultural identities, alliances, and whimsâ"with the future of the area, Louisiana, and United States up for grabs."" - Kent W. Peacock, director, Creole Heritage Center, Northwestern State University of Louisiana ""A unique synthesis, both social and material, drawing on a wide range of hard-to-find primary data. This new regional narrative will be indispensable to all those who research Louisianas historic past."" - Kevin C. MacDonald, director, Institute of Archaeology, University College London ""In 1803, the Natchitoches region abruptly became part of the rapidly expanding Anglo-American world. The period that followed saw immense cultural change, and the Latin-dominated town of Natchitoches became an American border town. This period saw changes in the diverse cultures of the Red River region, including expansion into Texas, and reflects the complex nature of frontier history. Byrd has captured this complexity and leaves us with a broader perspective of American culture."" - Hiram F. ""Pete"" Gregory, professor of anthropology at Northwestern State University of Louisiana Details ISBN0807182192 Author Kathleen M. Byrd Pages 296 Publisher Louisiana State University Press Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780807182192 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-11-12 Imprint Louisiana State University Press Subtitle A Creole Community on the American Frontier Place of Publication Baton Rouge Country of Publication United States Illustrations 3 maps, 13 halftones Audience General US Release Date 2024-11-12 DEWEY 976.36505 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:162621141;

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