The World That Made New Orleans: From Spanish Silver to Congo Square
by Ned Sublette
A historical account of New Orleans, tracing its colonial origins and the cultural developments that led to the rise of jazz at Congo Square.
About This Book
This book explores the historical forces that shaped New Orleans, from Spanish colonial rule to the development of its distinctive cultural identity.
It examines the city's economic foundations, including the role of Spanish silver, and the emergence of Congo Square as a center of African musical traditions.
The narrative connects early colonial history with the evolution of local music and social customs that would later influence jazz.
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