Buddy Stall's Louisiana Potpourri - by Gaspar Stall (Paperback)

About the Book

A mixture of fascinating facts on many subjects, this text chronicles the evolution and development of the area now known as central Louisiana.

Book Synopsis

Jam packed with little-known facts about the first inhabitants of Louisiana, plantations, the weather, the Civil War, and, of course, lots of lagniappe (something extra).

About the Author

Gaspar J. Buddy Stall is a dynamic speaker who also happens to be a history buff. Adept at writing and speaking before large audiences, he is one of the most sought-after speakers in Louisiana and has captivated thousands, proving his assertion that New Orleansí and Louisianaís history is much more entertaining than fiction. Stall presents several hundred historical vignettes each year over the radio and makes an average of twelve live appearances each month. New Orleanians will fondly remember his highly visible role as vice president of sales and public relations director for Radiofone. In addition to being their on-camera face, he also published a monthly newsletter with a circulation of more than one hundred thousand. Excerpts from Radiofone's newsletter were printed in nine publications statewide. Thousands of viewers also tuned into his biweekly television programs Historical Spotlight on WDSU in New Orleans, Louisiana Scrapbook on WBRZ in Baton Rouge, and Louisiana Spotlight on Cox Cable statewide. Stall has authored numerous historical articles and has been a contributing writer to many publications, including Clarion Herald, Citibusiness, New Orleans Magazine, the Italian American Federation Journal, the New Orleans Times-Picayune, and the Baton Rouge Advocate . Buddy Stall's French Quarter Montage takes an affectionate look at the historic district that gave birth to many of our country's firsts. Buddy Stall's New Orleans reveals Stall's insider knowledge of New Orleans' history and sights. Through enlightening and entertaining tidbits, Stall shares the glamour and mystery of the Crescent City. Buddy Stall's Louisiana Potpourri details what life was like for the first inhabitants of Louisiana. This book is brimming with little-known facts about the plantations, the weather, the Civil War, and of course, lots of lagniappe (something extra).