I'm probably the only person in the world who thinks about reading when he thinks about Mardi Gras. But I was thrilled silly to come across a roundup of recommended reads about the carnival. Here are some worthwhile works about the nation's biggest party: Mardi Gras.
Contents at a Glance
Lenses About Mardi Gras
More about the celebration
Books are one thing, lenses built by people who live in the area -- and live Mardi Gras annually -- are another thing entirely. Be sure to check out these lenses!
- Mardi Gras
- Learn more about the history and traditions of the celebration, as well as the background behind krewes, king cake, and the ever-present beads
- The Original Mardi Gras: Mobile, Ala.
- Which city first lay claim to Mardi Gras? Some argue that it wasn't New Orleans
Recommended Reading
Books worth a look
These titles were suggested by Jon Newlin in the 2006 edition of Arthur Hardy's Mardi Gras Guide
Other Assorted Books
Additional titles you might be interested in
These books are automatically selected by Amazon -- it's sure to be a mixed bag!
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