Les Larmes de Katrina — A French Witness to New Orleans' Greatest Storm (Signed Copy)
✔ Imported directly from France
✔ Personally handpicked by Sonia at GEM de France
✔ Free shipping on orders over $250
✔ Exchanges accepted within 5 days
🇫🇷 Why GEM de France?
Every piece in our boutique is personally sourced by Sonia from the finest French artisans and makers.
When you shop GEM de France, you're not just buying a tablecloth — you're bringing a piece of French art de vivre into your home.
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Free standard shipping on orders over $250. Delivered in 5–7 business days. Exchanges accepted within 5 days of delivery.
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✨ Care Instructions
Machine washable at 30°C / Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Do not tumble dry.
Iron on low heat if needed.
Some stories can only be told by those who lived them.
On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans. The levees broke. An entire city drowned. And Philippe d'Artois — French author, husband of GEM de France founder Sonia — was there.
Les Larmes de Katrina (The Tears of Katrina) is his firsthand account of the storm, the flood, and the long, painful road to rebuilding — told through the eyes of a Frenchman who had made New Orleans his home. Part memoir, part historical document, the book weaves personal testimony with rare photographs and archival documents that capture what no headline could.
This Edition Includes:
- Personal signature by author Philippe d'Artois
- Rare photographs from before, during, and after Katrina
- Historical documents and firsthand accounts
- Published by Yvelinédition
Details:
- Language: French
- Format: Paperback
- Ships from: 729 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA
- Stock: Limited — only 5 signed copies available
A piece of New Orleans history, signed by the man who witnessed it — and never left.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend hand washing to preserve the beauty of the handles and the sharpness of the blades. The resin handles and stainless steel blades are best maintained with gentle hand washing and immediate drying.
Yes, 100%.
Every Jean Dubost Laguiole set sold at GEM de France is manufactured in Thiers, France — the cutlery capital of France — by the Jean Dubost family since 1920.
Each set comes with an authenticity certificate.
The steak knives feature a micro-serrated blade, ideal for cutting through any steak effortlessly without tearing the meat.
The handles are made of high-quality colored resin, available in 10 colors.
Each handle is smooth, glossy, and uniquely finished with three silver rivets and mirror-polished steel bolsters.
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Our full collection is available at our boutique at 729 Royal Street, French Quarter, New Orleans.
Open Daily 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
We offer a 5-day exchange guarantee.
If you are not fully satisfied, contact us within 5 days of receiving your order at gemdefrance@aol.com or (504) 571-6304.
Orders are shipped within 1-2 business days.
Standard delivery takes 3-5 business days across the US.
Free shipping on all orders over $250.
It is one of our most popular gifts !
The set comes presented in a natural pine wood gift box with a Jean Dubost authenticity certificate — no extra wrapping needed.
Perfect for weddings, anniversaries, and dinner party hosts.