Buy this book on-line Craven, Avery O : Rachel of Old LouisianaLouisiana State University Press, Baton Rouge, 1975 ISBN 0807100951
[1975] First Edition hardcover and dustjacket. Condition of hardcover: A pressed-in portion of cloth on top cover (due to book pressed against another on shelf); light foxing effect on edges; else overall Near Fine. No cracked or torn binding, stickers, bookplates, writing in text, or torn pages. Dustjacket: A faint two words (can't decipher) stamped on front panel; portions rubbed, especially spine panel and foot of front panel; several small black marks on back panel; minor shelf wear (with light chips); light age darkening; else overall Very Good. Price intact on flap. Protected in Mylar cover. This is a fascinating story about Rachel O'Conner who lived on a plantation near Bayou Sara in Louisiana's West Feliciana Parish for nearly 50 years (1797-1846). It covers her day-to-day activities based on letters, her relationships with slaves and overseers, her failures with crops, as well as her health and legal problems. A warm and appealing story of a unique woman. Insightful, historical - a wonderful book. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hard Cover. Jacket: Very Good Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of Craven, Avery O : Rachel of Old Louisiana. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including rare books, antiquarian books, livres illustrées, out-of-print books and livres rares. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |