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Final installment in the Mardi Gras Treasures Series looks at the artistry and craftsmanship of scepters, crowns, mantles, and krewe favors from Carnival's Golden Age. Exquisite in design and craftsmanship, Mardi Gras jewelry, offered as favors by krewe members, are cherished gifts, proudly worn year after year by the lucky recipients. As is everything related to Mardi Gras, these specially designed and crafted keepsakes are unique to the celebration and reveal the intricate detail observed in carrying out the annual tradition. Mardi Gras crowns, scepters, and mantles, designed exclusively for each krewe, dazzle with brilliant rhinestones and are truly fit for a king.

The fantastic parade floats of Carnival's Golden Age (1870-1930) depicted themes drawn from mythology, epic literature, history, nature, and whimsy. The glimmering processions of the masked gods and bearded kings of New Orleans Carnival occupy a central position among the rites and glories of this great festival. The long succession of these glowing, torch-lit pageants--with their towering monsters and fantastic decors, their papier-m'ch' kingdoms and diamond-dust thrones--became the greatest and most beloved of New Orleans communal rituals.

The introduction of the float brought tremendous artistry to the splendid conveyances for carnival revelry, but the artists and builders who created the fabled pageants have remained obscure or unknown, their amazing body of work largely forgotten. Even the surviving watercolor float plates and chromolithographed Carnival Bulletins are works of art and prized by collectors, as so few of these fragile items remain.

Presented in this collection are dazzling examples of original float designs as rendered in watercolor and lithographs--most of them reproduced here for the first time.

The 25th anniversary edition of the classic motivational and self-improvement book that has sold more than 1.6 million copies in hardcover. For more than three decades, Zig Ziglar, one of the great motivators of our age, has traveled the world, encouraging, uplifting, and inspiring audiences. His groundbreaking best-seller, See You at the Top, remains an authentic American classic. This revised and updated edition stresses the importance of honesty, loyalty, faith, integrity, and strong personal character.

Golden Age costume design was a tremendous spectacle of whimsy, mythology, and satire. Costumes included an extraordinary array of creatures: demons, fairies, magicians, animals and vegetables real and imagined, and a host of others.

With this newly translated account, the all-too-recognized French influences of Creole and Cajun culture in Louisiana and New Orleans make way for an examination of the effects of the Spanish period, which lasted from 1763-1803.

In the short span of only forty years, many illustrious Spaniards, including early governors Bernardo de Galvez (1777-1782) and Bar'n de Carondelet (1792-1797), left indelible impressions on the city that reach far beyond the streets that bear their names today. An entire chapter is devoted to the Spanish founding of modern-day parishes, cities, and towns, along with the Spanish contribution to Louisiana architecture, law, and art. The "renewed" traces of Spain in modern New Orleans, Baton Rouge, St. Bernard, and New Iberia are explored as well.

Originally published in Spain in 1979, the author intended his book for the people of both Spain and the United States. For the citizens of New Orleans, de Pedro considered it time for "the Spanish influence in and on New Orleans finally to be recognized, without delay or prejudice and for the sake of truth."

The Golden Age of Carnival artistry began in the 1870s and was marked by shimmering pageants and opulent private balls, attended by invitation only. Presented in this collection are nearly two hundred dazzling examples of that artistry.

The story of St. Charles Avenue as a pictorial biography of the grandest thoroughfare of America's most romantic city. Many of these interiors have never been published.

New Orleans seems to occupy a special geography as unique as its spicy cuisine or its spirited jazz music.

An intimate glimpse into the musical world of New Orleans.

There is no dispute that New Orleans is a city defined by its musicians. These revealing portraits of musicians are taken in the places that define them when not on stage. Each portrait is accompanied by a profile compiled from private conversations with the artist, eloquently demonstrating how entwined their lives and talents have become. Included are such well known personalities as Jeremy Davenport, Charmaine Neville, and Clarence "Frogman" Henry.

Become the employee you were meant to be!

The difference between a good and awesome employee isn't the talent of the individual, intelligence, educational background, or job knowledge; it is attitude. This book provides a road map to becoming more productive, more satisfied, and more successful. Through real-world examples the author uses a humorous approach to cover such topics as time management, teamwork, personal initiative, and customer service. Included is a musical reference to songs that keep you going in the right direction.

Flowing from the rich well of Celtic story cycles, these tales of the Piedmont region traverse a world where magical things happen and miracles are the norm.

Features 130 original watercolors by students and faculty that evoke the historic sites.

The true story of a legendary aviation commander. This biography of an American hero explores the intricacies of nightfighting during World War II and the specialized training involved. After a three-month crash course, Marion Milton Magruder, USMC, went on to lead the top scoring nightfighter squadron in the Pacific Theatre. Drawing upon primary sources, the author accurately captures the combat stories of Black Mac Magruder and his fellow nightfighters in breathtaking detail.

A guide to creating "ever-cool" entertainment. An asset to entertainment executives or anyone aiming to create the next big hit, this book offers guidelines for developing concepts and marketing blockbusters. Whether it is a best-selling novel, a video game, or a high-tech toy, blockbusters play a big part in American society. Despite the prominence of these breakthrough hits, most entertainment ventures do not survive in today's competitive market. This guide identifies the key principles that will ensure lasting success.

Nestled near the Big Cypress Bayou, this small East Texas town still maintains its heritage and charm. Through stunning photography, Cheryl MacLennan captures the architectural details of 25 historic homes in Jefferson, including the Sedberry House and the Freeman Plantation, which were built between 1850 and 1880. She also covers such historic buildings as the Haywood House Hotel and Jefferson Carnegie Library. A section on interiors reveals the beauty within select establishments, showcasing their splendor.

From shrimp to shark, this guide to the savory seafood of the northern Gulf will help you enjoy the catch of the day, whatever it may be. More than just a collection of recipes, this book provides directions for selecting, preparing, cleaning, and cooking edible species of fish and shellfish found within the northern Gulf waters. Ranging from quick and easy favorites to gourmet preparations, these recipes, paired with beautiful photographs of plated dishes, are sure to please even the most seasoned fisherman or novice cook.

Backyard Edens of Georgia's prettiest city. This book celebrates 30 of Savannah's most beautiful small gardens and features horticultural blueprints and advice about what to plant.

Illustrated reminiscences of the simple side of the holiday season, emphasizing the joy of family and friends over material goods.

Celebrating the universal language-food!

Based on the 2010 and 2011 presentations of Meanwhile, Back at Café Du Monde . . ., these 67 foodie monologues invoke your own special comfort-foods, recalling tasty memories of life, love, family, and friends to warm your heart, feed your soul, and make you pause to savor the sweetness of life!

Enjoy the flavors of Texas barbecue anytime! Mr. Dickey of Dickey's Barbecue knows how to serve up good Texas flavors, whether served in the backyard or in a stadium parking lot. This cookbook contains more than 100 recipes and tips on smoking meat, creating delicious sides, and hosting parties. Finally, everyone can serve up incredible meals that are inexpensive, easily cooked, and satisfying to the taste buds-the Dickey family way!

The story of the cowboys who drove cattle across bayous, marshes, and rivers through the vast grassland prairies and marshes of south Louisiana. Known mainly for its sugarcane, oil, and seafood resources, south Louisiana has rarely been recognized for its cowboys. This illustrated account tells the largely undocumented history of migratory cattle ranching in Louisiana from colonial days up to the present, from the trail drives of the 1760s to the few existing modern-day ranches.

This collection of paintings examines the different areas of New Orleans in unique and intimate ways and, by doing so, captures the distinctive spirit of the city through extraordinary brushwork and vivid color. With 130 paintings and accompanying text demonstrating the growth and vivaciousness of the Crescent City, this devotional illuminates the beauty of one of the world's liveliest cities.

A practical handbook that has served pastors time and time again.

Extensively updated to aid in meeting the increased demands and challenges of twenty-first-century ministry, this edition includes expanded indexes and reading lists. Covering everything from technology to organizational management, each invaluable chapter serves as a vital resource for ministers facing new challenges of pastoral work today.

Packed with stunning outdoor photography, Vanishing Paradise offers an unforgettable glimpse of 20 private and commercial duck-hunting clubs.

This collection of stories, photographs, and illustrations chronicles the unfailing Confederate spirit of the city, despite its defeat on the battlefield.

This completely revised second edition of Seaside is the guide to the famous Florida resort town, complete with maps, walking tours, updated addresses, aerial views, and a look inside some of Seaside's most beautifully decorated homes. For the first time, a complete list of every town structure and its designer is included.