Author Sarah Broom On ‘The Yellow House’ And Putting New Orleans East On The Map

The transcript discusses the author's journey in writing a book about her family's history and the Yellow House in New Orleans. It explores the significance of the house, the impact of Hurricane Katrina, and the author's research process, including interviews and archival work. The narrative aims to provide context and a deeper understanding of New Orleans East, often overlooked in historical records. The author reflects on her motivations and the intended audience, particularly her younger relatives, to preserve their heritage and foster better understanding.

Why did the author choose not to appear in the narrative until later in the book?

• To provide a broader context about her family and the area

• To emphasize the importance of her grandmother's story

• To focus on the historical context of New Orleans East

• To highlight the impact of Hurricane Katrina

What does the author aim to convey by presenting both distant and intimate perspectives of New Orleans?

• The personal and broader impacts of Hurricane Katrina

• The architectural beauty of New Orleans

• The cultural diversity of the city

• The economic growth of the region

What was a significant part of the author's research process for the book?

• Analyzing economic data of the region

• Conducting interviews with local historians

• Studying architectural designs of New Orleans

• Visiting various Louisiana towns and archives

Why did the author feel compelled to write about New Orleans East?

• To correct the lack of historical records

• To highlight its economic potential

• To promote tourism in the area

• To discuss its architectural significance

For whom did the author primarily write 'The Yellow House'?

• Local historians

• Her siblings

• Her nieces and nephews

• The general public

What impact did the National Book Award have on the author's family?

• It encouraged them to write their own stories

• It made them more interested in literature

• It introduced them to the concept of literary awards

• It inspired them to visit New Orleans East

What does the author hope to achieve by writing this book for future generations?

• To encourage them to visit New Orleans

• To teach them about architectural history

• To make them better readers

• To inspire them to become writers