Historic Photos of New Orleans Book Signing

March 11, 2008 - PRLog -- Historic Photos of New Orleans   
By Melissa Lee Smith
Turner Publishing, $39.95
ISBN 13: 978-1-59652-405-7
www.turnerpublishing.com

Historic Photos of New Orleans Book Signing

(Nashville, TN)
On April 12 at 12pm, Melissa Lee Smith will be signing her latest release, Historic Photos of New Orleans. This event is free and will take place at the French Quarter Fest in New Orleans.

This striking 10x10 gift book rediscovers the fascinating past of “The Big Easy” through nearly 200 rare photographs culled from the Louisiana Division/City Archives of the New Orleans Public Library, the Louisiana State Museum, Special Collections from Tulane University, and the Library of Congress, showcased with exceptional clarity and beauty.

From streetcars to street festivals, debutantes to Mardi Gras Indians, literary giants to jazz legends, and much more, New Orleans shines through the decades in glorious black-and-white photography, displayed in a large format. It’s a wonderful book for any travel, photography or history fan!

“This book is unique for two reasons,” explains publisher Todd Bottorff, “the high quality of printing and binding and the fact that many have never seen these photos.” The dynamic and notorious chronology of New Orleans emerges through the nearly 200 culled-from-the archives photos, beautifully highlighted with text by local historian Melissa Lee Smith.

Historic Photos of New Orleans is part of Turner Publishing’s Historic Photos series. These books, highlighting the history of the great cities, legendary figures, and pivotal events across America, have been acclaimed as a staple in the collection of anyone who loves history.

Contact Information:
Rachel Patton Joiner
Liz Chenery
Marketing
Turner Publishing Company
Phone:  (615) 255-2665
Email:  rpatton@turnerpublishing.com
    lchenery@turnerpublishing.com

Website: www.turnerpublishing.com