Creole: Louisiana's Free People of Color
Ms. Kein talked about Creole: The History and Legacy of Louisiana’s Free People of Color, published by Louisiana State University Press. In her book… read more
Ms. Kein talked about Creole: The History and Legacy of Louisiana’s Free People of Color, published by Louisiana State University Press. In her book the editor shows that Creole refers not to a particular racial group, but to a vibrant culture that crosses traditional racial boundaries. Contributors to the book read excerpts from it. A musical piece composed by Edmond Dede, “Mephisto Masque,” was played. close
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Mary Gehman Contributor
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Violet Harrington Contributor
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Sybil Kein Editor
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Mary Morton Contributor
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Lester Sullivan Contributor
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