The early diverse culture and life of Grand Isle in the early twentieth century.
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"I read Lafitte the Pirate by Lyle Saxon. I had never heard of Grand Isle and was fascinated by it. I went there and loved it. I shrimped in the Gulf, caught oysters in the bay, and had a wonderful time. It was all a wonderful adventure.” - Fonville Winans
The early diverse culture and life of Grand Isle in the early twentieth century.