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In 1861, Louisiana settler William S. Pike established an incredible five-hundred-acre plantation seven miles from the heart of present-day Baton Rouge. His progeny continued to cherish the land for generations, all while pursuing unique and active lives. William Stephen Pike Burden Jr. became an amateur magician, and Ollie Brice Steele Burden, inspired by the formal gardens of Europe, designed Windrush Gardens. Today, the land is home to Louisiana State University's Rural Life Museum and houses rare collections of Louisiana folk life and working plantation materials. In this comprehensive history of LSU's beloved landmark, archivist Faye Phillips brings to life the hardships and toils, vision and determination of families in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Louisiana.

Just like the tide, history flows through every corner of Old Dominion's Hampton Roads region, and for decades it has been chronicled in the Virginian-Pilot's column, "Our Stories." These stories are now told by local historian and longtime columnist Paul Clancy, who offers up this unparalleled and uninhibited collection of articles and stunning historical images. Rediscover the history behind landmarks such as Fort Monroe, Sewell's Point and Cape Henry and take in the view from the vantage point of those who witnessed history being made before their eyes: stories about the hurricane of '33, the old fairgrounds on the bay, the trolleys that ran to Ocean View, the semipro baseball teams that battled for glory, the harrowing and courageous struggle for racial equality and the soldiers and sailors who went off to war. This is the real stuff of Hampton Roads history.

On June 23, 1900, the Southern Railroad Company's Engine #7 and its passengers were greeted by a tremendous storm en route to Atlanta, Georgia. Stalled for some time in nearby McDonough, travelers grew impatient as rain pelted the roof and wind buffeted the cars. When finally given the go-ahead, their resulting joy was short-lived: the locomotive soon reached Camp Creek--and disaster. After weeks of constant showers, the swollen creek had eroded the bridge supports. Under the train's weight, the bridge collapsed, and all but nine perished in either the fiery fall or watery depths. With the help of local newspapers and eyewitness accounts, Georgia historian and professor Jeffery C. Wells recounts this tragic tale.

The Highs and Lows of Little Five Points documents the transformations of Atlanta's first Neighborhood Commercial District.Atlanta's Little Five Points, the city's first Neighborhood Commercial District, stands out as one of the most distinctive shopping districts in the Southeast. There have been quite a few ups and downs in the area's history, but ultimately the dedicated, passionate individuals who made L5P what it is today handled them with perseverance and foresight, creating unique, independently owned stores that draw the most eclectic mix of people found anywhere in Atlanta. The cultural melting pot created by these stores is what makes Little Five Points such a popular destination for both locals and tourists. Join author Robert Hartle Jr. as he tells the story of the revitalization of Little Five Points, including firsthand accounts from longtime L5P business owners who were actually there and who helped to save the area from the many threats to its survival.

The New Southern Cookbook redefines the taste of tradition with southern comfort recipes for modern times. Southern food has brought comfort to families and friends for generations. To pass on the tradition, The New Southern Cookbook serves updated classics along with original recipes for today's table. These homestyle recipes feature memorable meals along with fresh favorites that are destined to become classics. With a healthy twist on every dish—save the deep-fried food for special occasions—The New Southern Cookbook offers lighter, more healthful versions of down south recipes that you can eat any day of the week. From heirloom recipes like Easy Shrimp Creole to new comfort foods like Breaded Pork Chops with Avocado Peach Salsa, The New Southern Cookbook guarantees that friends and family will never leave the table hungry with: An introduction to the southern kitchen that helps you prepare your kitchen and pantry with staple ingredients and equipment Classic family recipes like Fried Chicken and Buttermilk Pie that have stood the test of time Updated and new family recipes that offer healthier variations on suppertime staples like Squash Puppies and Bacon Pimento Cheese, plus new dishes like Honey Grilled Peaches and Garlic Rosemary Pork Tenderloin Whether you were born with a taste for southern cuisine or developed it, The New Southern Cookbook serves up recipes for the next generation of home cooks and their families.