Bøger om New Orleans

Charlie Wynwood og Silas Nash har været bedste venner siden de lærte at gå. De har været forelskede fra de fyldte fjorten. Men fra og med denne morgen er de komplet fremmede. Deres første kys, deres første skænderi, øjeblikket hvor de blev forelskede … hvert eneste minde er forsvundet. Charlie og Silas må arbejde sammen om at afdække sandheden om, hvad der er sket med dem og hvorfor. Men jo mere de opdager om det par de plejede at være, jo mere må de sætte spørgsmålstegn ved hvorfor de overhovedet var sammen. At glemme er skræmmende, men måske er at huske endnu værre.I et fabelagtigt parløb har de to NYT bestsellerforfattere, Colleen Hoover og Tarryn Fisher, skrevet en spændende, romantisk thriller.

Abner Marsh, den uheldige ejer af et næsten-krakket hjuldamperselskab, bliver kontaktet af den mystiske Joshua York, der vil indgå kompagniskab med ham og bygge den største, smukkeste og ikke mindst hurtigste hjuldamper på Mississippi. Sammen skaber de den fantastiske Fevre Dream. Men Joshua York er en mærkelig herre, der kun er oppe om natten. Og så går han og drikker af en ulækker likør, mørkerød og besk. Joshua York er vampyr, og han er på en mission: Han vil finde og ”frelse” sine medvampyrer, der lever rundt omkring i Sydstaterne, og bringe dem med sig til den sagnomspundne Dark City – et fristed for arten. York har nemlig moralske kvababbelser over artens morderiske livsform. Især er han ude efter en ubehagelig fætter ved navn Damon Julian, der lever et usædvanlig blodigt liv på en run-down plantage nede ved New Orleans. Sin egen natur tøjler han ved at indtage den likør, som han efter mange års eksperimenter har skabt til at undertrykke den ”røde tørst”. Men Damon Julian er en ”blodmester”, og han lader sig ikke sådan kue. Efter den uundgåelige konfrontation på Fevre Dream smider Julian både Marsh og York over bord og overtager damperen. Han indretter den nu til et flydende slagtehus – det går naturligvis først og fremmest ud over de allestedsnærværende sorte slaver. Damperen forsvinder – og Abner Marsh tilbringer de næste tretten år med at søge desperat efter den, indtil han opgiver og trækker sig tilbage. Men så får han et brev fra Joshua York, og sammen begiver de sig mod New Orleans til den sidste konfrontation med Julian.

Den stenrige Mayfair-klan fra New Orleans har i århundreder haft tæt kontakt til overnaturlige væsner. Nu hører familiens overhoved, Rowan Mayfair, rygter om, at man i Skotland har set en taltos – et menneskelignende væsen, som kan formere sig hurtigt og leve i hundreder af år og dermed uddistancere menneskeheden.Rowan rejser til Skotland for at undersøge sagen nærmere. Her møder hun Ash, en meget rig amerikansk dukkefabrikant, som hidtil har hemmeligholdt, at han er en taltos, fordi han ikke har kunnet finde en kvindelig artsfælle til at føre slægten videre.Efter hjemkomsten til USA opsøger Ash Rowan i New Orleans, men deres venskab besværliggøres af, at hun ikke tør bringe menneskeheden i fare ved at fortælle ham, at der i Mayfair-klanen netop er født en kvindelig taltos."... hvis man kan lide historier om vampyrer og andre, hvis bud på alternativ livsstil er højst radikal, så er der næppe nogen tvivl om, at Anne Rice kan levere den ønskede kvalitetsstemplede vare." – Lars Ole Sauerberg, Jyllands-Posten"Anne Rice er en uovertruffen mytemager i denne klassiker, der hensætter læseren i en tilstand, hvor man ikke rigtig ved, om man skal føles sig voldtaget eller bjergtaget. Det er nok begge dele." – Mette Strømfeldt, B.T.Hver generation har sin heks. Sådan er det i hvert fald for Mayfair-familien fra New Orleans. Den amerikanske forfatter Anne Rices heksetrilogi består af bøgerne "Heksetimen", "Lasher" og "Taltos".Den amerikanske bestsellerforfatter Anne Rice (f. 1941) skriver gyser- og fantasyromaner, der ofte har vampyrer, hekse og mumier i hovedrollerne. Bedst kendt er hun for debutromanen "En vampyrs bekendelser" fra 1976, der blev filmatiseret i 1994 med Tom Cruise og Brad Pitt i hovedrollerne. En stor del af hendes romaner foregår i New Orleans, hvor hun selv er født og har boet det meste af sit liv. Hendes arbejde har desuden haft en betydelig indflydelse på ungdomsundergrundskulturen Goth.

Journalisterne Laurel Armand og Matt Bates arbejder på samme avis, der bliver ejet af hendes far. De er bitre rivaler, og stiler begge mod at være den bedste reporter. Da en kvinde opsøger Laurel for at få hjælp til at finde sin søster, bliver de to rivaler nødt til at arbejde sammen. Opklaringen fører dem ud i New Orleans sumpe, hvor farer konstant lurer. Da det efterhånden går op for dem, at de er langt ude over hvor de kan bunde dukker følelserne op til overfladen: stolthed, stædighed – og lidenskaben der eksploderer mellem dem.

In unflinching yet hopeful prose, this debut memoir in essays explores the most animal parts of our human nature. Discussions of various creatures in the natural world serve as portals to the painful realities Kirsten Reneau confronts in the process of breaking-and remaking-a home. Honest in their descriptions of sexual assault and its traumatic effects, these essays are at once clinical and lyrical reflections on the ways that desire can permeate our lives for better or worse, as well as how it can be channeled into a lifegiving force for women in a world often hostile to their basic needs. Sensitive Creatures ultimately is a story of darkness, resilience, and the light that still manages to crack through.

Whether you want to drink on Bourbon Street, celebrate Mardi Gras, or listen to jazz on Frenchmen Street, the local Fodor's travel experts in New Orleans are here to help! Fodor's New Orleans guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's New Orleans includes:AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 15 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and morePHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “What to Eat and Drink in New Orleans,” “What to Buy in New Orleans,” and “The Spookiest Experiences in New Orleans”SPECIAL FEATURES on “Mardi Gras,” “The Cuisine of New Orleans,” and “New Orleans Noise”TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, and moreLOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsCOVERS: The French Quarter, Bourbon Street, Faubourg Marigny, Frenchmen Street, the Garden District, Bywater, Tremé, Cajun Country, and morePlanning on visiting other destinations in the American south? Check out Fodor's The Carolinas and Georgia. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.

EDGAR AWARD WINNER FOR BEST NOVEL OF THE YEARFrom New York Times-bestselling author James Lee Burke comes a novel set in Civil War-era Louisiana as the South transforms and a brilliant cast of characters – enslaved and free women, plantation gentry, and battle-weary Confederate and Union soldiers – are caught in the maelstromIn the fall of 1863, the Union army is in control of the Mississippi river. Much of Louisiana, including New Orleans and Baton Rouge, is occupied. The Confederate army is retreating toward Texas, and being replaced by Red Legs, irregulars commanded by a maniacal figure, and enslaved men and women are beginning to glimpse freedom.When Hannah Laveau, an enslaved woman working on the Lufkin plantation, is accused of murder, she goes on the run with Florence Milton, an abolitionist schoolteacher, dodging the local constable and the slavecatchers that prowl the bayous. Wade Lufkin, haunted by what he observed—and did—as a surgeon on the battlefield, has returned to his uncle’s plantation to convalesce, where he becomes enraptured by Hannah. Flags on the Bayou is an engaging, action-packed narrative that includes a duel that ends in disaster, a brutal encounter with the local Union commander, repeated skirmishes with Confederate irregulars led by a diseased and probably deranged colonel, and a powerful story of love blossoming between an unlikely pair. As the story unfolds, it illuminates a past that reflects our present in sharp relief.James Lee Burke, whose “evocative prose remains a thing of reliably fierce wonder” (Entertainment Weekly), expertly renders the rich Louisiana landscape, from the sunsets on the Mississippi River to the dingy saloons of New Orleans to the tree-lined shores of the bayou and the cottonmouth snakes that dwell in its depths. Powerful and deeply moving, Flags on the Bayou is a story of tragic acts of war, class divisions upended, and love enduring through it all.

In the delightful children's book "Gourmet Gus Eats In New Orleans," young readers join Gus, the food-loving raccoon, on an epic culinary adventure through the vibrant city. With captivating hand-drawn illustrations and mixed media collage, this visually stunning book immerses children in a world of flavors and imagination.Gus's insatiable appetite drives him to seek out new taste sensations. Guided by Chef Pierre, he explores the bustling streets of the French Quarter, encountering sizzling Cajun dishes, mouthwatering aromas, and captivating sights. The book's hand-drawn illustrations and mixed media collage bring the vibrant food culture of New Orleans to life, engaging children's senses and sparking their imagination.As Gus discovers iconic Southern classics like "Shrimp and Grits" and delectable beignets, young readers are invited to imagine themselves in Gus's kitchen, cooking up these mouthwatering treats. The illustrations beautifully portray the culinary journey, immersing children in the diverse flavors of New Orleans.Beyond the food, "Gourmet Gus Eats In New Orleans" offers a glimpse into the city's rich history, culture, and traditions. The fusion of African, French, and Spanish influences is brought to life through the illustrations, capturing the city's architecture, music, and vibrant atmosphere.With engaging storytelling, celebration of flavors, and visually stunning hand-drawn illustrations with mixed media collage, "Gourmet Gus Eats In New Orleans" entertains, educates, and inspires. It sparks culinary curiosity, encourages exploration of new flavors, and invites children on a visual journey through the streets of New Orleans.Prepare for a mouthwatering adventure as Gus and young readers explore the city's culinary wonders, all beautifully portrayed through the captivating hand-drawn illustrations with mixed media collage. "Gourmet Gus Eats In New Orleans" is a delightful feast for the eyes and imagination, bringing the flavors of New Orleans to life on every page.

A significant and deeply researched examination of the free nineteenth-century Black developers who transformed the cultural and architectural legacy of New Orleans.

"In the fall of 1863, the Union Army is in control of the Mississippi River. Much of Louisiana, including New Orleans and Baton Rouge, is occupied. The Confederate Army is in disarray, corrupt structures are falling apart, and enslaved men and women are beginning to glimpse freedom. When Hannah Laveau, an enslaved woman working on the Lufkin plantation, is accused of murder, she goes on the run with Florence Milton, an abolitionist schoolteacher, dodging the local constable and the slavecatchers that prowl the bayous. Wade Lufkin, haunted by what he observed--and did--as a surgeon on the battlefield, has returned to his uncle's plantation to convalesce, where he becomes enraptured by Hannah."--

John Guare's new play is astonishing, raucous and panoramic. "A Free Man of Color" is set in boisterous New Orleans prior to the historic Louisiana Purchase. Before law and order took hold, and class, racial and political lines were drawn, New Orleans was a carnival of beautiful women, flowing wine and pleasure for the taking. At the center of this Dionysian world is the mulatto Jacques Cornet, who commands men, seduces women and preens like a peacock. But, it is 1801 and the map of New Orleans is about to be redrawn. The Louisiana Purchase brings American rule and racial segregation to the chaotic, colorful world of Jacques Cornet and all that he represents, turning the tables on freedom and liberty.

The third novel from "one of the most exhilarating historical novelists in the country" (Washington Post), set in New Orleans, the Mississippi coast, Cuba, and Nicaragua in the early decades of the twentieth century, The New Inheritors is a masterful portrait of young love and a family driven apart by greed, anger, and matters of the heart

I de sidste sommerdage i 2005 skræller en storm overfladen af det sydlige Louisiana.Dette er den grufulde virkelighed, som kriminalbetjent ved Iberia kommunes sherif-kontor Dave Robicheaux må forholde sig til, da han bliver forflyttet til New Orleans. Da James Lee Burkes nye roman Blues fra bliktagene begynder, har orkanen Katrina efterladt handelsdistriktet og boligkvartererne fulde af rovgriske typer, der plyndrer og hærger. Byens el-net er ødelagt, og New Orleans nærmer sig den middelalder, som USA aldrig har haft del i. Der er ingen lov og orden, ingen steder hvor de svagelige, de hjælpeløse og uskyldige kan søge tilflugt. Lig flyder gennem gaderne og ligger spiddet på oversvømmede træers grene. Midt i et apokalyptisk mareridt skal Robicheaux finde to serie-voldtægtsforbrydere, en katolsk præst, der er afhængig af morfin, og en selvtægtsmand, der måske er farligere end de forbrydere, der udplyndrer byen.James Lee Burke har med en enestående stil, der trodser genre-konventioner, skabt et uforglemmeligt og trøstesløst billede af livet i New Orleans efter Katrina. Blues fra bliktagene er fuld af komplekse personer, mennesker når de er både bedst og værst, og bogen er ikke blot en handlingsmættet krimi og spændingsroman, men også en gribende historie om mod og ofre.James Lee Burkes popularitet og betydning er stor - og voksende. Hans forrige roman, Pegasus i frit fald, var nomineret til Duncan Lawrie Dagger Award for verdens bedste krimiroman i 2007. Burke er forfatter til i alt 24 romaner og vinder af to Edgar-priser for bedste amerikanske krimi. Desuden har han for Solnedgangsekspressen (Sunset Limited) modtaget Den Gyldne dolk, der uddeles af den engelske Crime Writers Association. Burke og hans kone Pearl bor i dag skiftevis i Montana og i Lousiana.