Publisher's Synopsis
A comprehensive history of education in Louisiana from the colonial period to the early 20th century. The book covers the establishment of schools, the role of religion in education, the impact of the Civil War and Reconstruction, the growth of state-sponsored education, and the challenges faced by educators and students in the Jim Crow era. It also includes biographical sketches of notable educators and officials.
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