Floodlines: Community and Resistance from Katrina to the Jena Six

Floodlines is a firsthand account of race, community, culture, and struggle in New Orleans. Jordan Flaherty expertly weaves the interconnected stories of public housing residents, gay rappers, Mardi Gras Indians, Arab and Latino immigrants, and grassroots activists into a compelling story of resistance. From post-Katrina evacuee camps to organizing with the family members of the Jena Six, Floodlines tells the stories behind the headlines, from an unforgettable time and place in history.