Louisiana Lens

The book explores 180 years of photography in Louisiana, highlighting the region's transformation through various photographic techniques and historical moments. It features early daguerreotypes of New Orleans, post-Civil War landscapes, and modern digital images capturing the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Author John H. Lawrence examines how advancements in photographic equipment and processes have paralleled the cultural and physical evolution of Louisiana, offering a rich visual narrative of the area's history.