Set in the turbulent times of the early twentieth century, Memories recounts the years 1933 to 1945 from the viewpoint of a girl growing up in southwest Louisiana, a unique region of manners, mores, frequent celebrations, and diverse food of both the French and Cajun settlers. Sprinkled among the pages are stories of Dubus's encounters with spirited relatives, adventures with neighborhood children, adolescent growing pains, teen escapades, glimpses into Catholic girls' education, ice cream socials and picnics, all under the watchful and amused eyes of a close-knit community. The recipes from the author's family and friends are lagniappe to be enjoyed again and again. Born into two remarkable families, author Elizabeth Nell Dubus recalls a world that, except in memories, has almost ceased to exist. This memoir makes it real for all who read it.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1946160997
ISBN13:9781946160997
Release Date:September 2023
Publisher:Univ of Louisiana at Lafayette
Length:234 Pages
Weight:0.75 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 5.9" x 8.9"
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