- In Leander Perez: Boss of the Delta Glen Jeansonne portrays his subject as a bigoted leader who amassed extraordinary power and wealth, dominated life and politics in two parishes, and wielded enormous influence throughout the state. Explain how it was possible for Perez to gain and maintain such enormous power. Why was Perez so successful? What cultural or historical factors explain his power? Are there particular aspects of Louisiana History that help you put his life, his obsessions, and his accomplishments into context?
In writing this essay you should incorporate several brief quotations from Leander Perez: Boss of the Delta. However, the bulk of the answer should be written by you and in your own words.
When you use direct quotes, indicate that you have done so by placing quotation marks around the entire quote. Follow the quote by the author’s name and the page number from which the quote was drawn.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
leander perez: boss of the delta
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