Louisiana Legends & Lore
Louisiana Legends & Lore by Alan Brown, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2021, invites readers to explore the rich tapestry of Louisiana’s folklore. This 160-page book delves into the state’s intriguing history, blending elements of local culture, music, and cuisine with tales of its more mysterious and darker legends.
Readers will encounter a variety of captivating stories featuring notorious figures and supernatural beings, such as the infamous outlaws John Murrell and Leather Britches Smith, alongside voodoo priestesses like Marie Laveau. The book presents a collection of eerie narratives that highlight the unique folklore of Louisiana, including the legends of the Rougarou and the Honey Island Swamp Monster. Through this engaging exploration, Alan Brown educates and entertains, offering a glimpse into the bizarre and otherworldly aspects of the Pelican State.
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“Lean back into Louisiana lore with an earful of New Orleans jazz and a bellyful of Cajun cuisine. But when the music dies down and the lights flicker out, hushed conversations bleed into the darker mysteries of the Pelican State. Storied outlaws like John Murrell, Eugene Bunch and Leather Britches Smith steal into the room. Voodoo priestesses Marie Laveau and Julia Brown are already there, along with the Phantom Whistler and the Axeman of New Orleans. Folklorist Alan Brown educates and entertains with tales of the unseemly, bizarre and otherworldly, like the legends of the Rougarou, the Lutin and the Honey Island Swamp Monster.”–Back cover.
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