Bayou St. John - by Cassie Pruyn (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Bayou St. John played a significant role in the neighborhood of the same name, fueling debate over the waterway's use, control and ownership for centuries.</b></p><br><p>Native Americans first used it as a trade route. Later, it became a backdoor entrance for settlers to the present-day French Quarter. As commercial use declined, residents witnessed a progressive shift toward recreation. Following the Civil War, tourists flocked to witness Marie Laveau's voodoo ceremonies. The early twentieth century brought two amusement parks. And events like the Bayou Boogaloo music festival draw thousands of visitors. Despite its many costume changes, the bayou continues to be the Crescent City's most beloved waterway. Author Cassie Pruyn reveals this evolving story.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>...Offers a comprehensive narrative history of the city's "underdog" waterway, complied by local author Cassie Pruyn. "Bayou St. John" catalogues how the waterway helped develop surrounding neighborhoods and fueled controversy over it's ownership, use and development for centuries. The story begins before the city was founded and makes some guesses into the future, with more than 60 images strewn across its pages.<i>Mid City Messenger</i><br>
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