Jumping the Fence: A Legacy of Race in 150 Years of Family Secrets

by Maureen Gilmer

In 19th century New Orleans, members of the wealthy interracial Esnard family risk everything as they seek to jump the fence between African American heritage and white identity. Racially charged political turbulence -- pervading the city's famous French Quarter -- only raises the stakes. Read the extraordinary true story of these early civil rights activists who stopped at nothing to protect each other and their assets in the struggle against slavery and segregation.

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 7, 2014

About the author

Maureen Gilmer is the author of more than 15 gardening books. She is host and project designer for the television series, Weekend Gardening, on the DIY Network. Her articles and photography have appeared in national magazines and she frequently appears on numerous television and cable programs.