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  • Old Creole Days: A Story of Creole Life

    This collection typically features stories set in the vibrant and culturally rich Creole society of New Orleans during the 19th century. George W. Cable's works often explore the complexities of race, culture, and social dynamics in the American South."Old Creole Days" offers readers a glimpse into the diverse and colorful world of Creole society, presenting tales that depict the traditions, ... Read more

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  • Strange True Stories of Louisiana

    True stories are not often good art. The relations and experiences of real men and women rarely fall in such symmetrical order as to make an artistic whole. Until they have had such treatment as we give stone in the quarry or gems in the rough they seldom group themselves with that harmony of values and brilliant unity of interest that result when art comes in—not so much to transcend nature as to ... Read more

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  • The Creoles of Louisiana

    by George Cable ...
    Louisiana is known for its rich, complex cultural heritage, but even in Louisiana, the question "What is a Creole?" is often answered in a number of ways. In Creoles of Louisiana, George Washington Cable knowledgeably addresses this question with precision and aplomb.Originally published in 1884, Creoles of Louisiana builds on earlier explorations of the lives of the white descendants of early ... Read more

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  • The Grandissimes

    Enriched edition. Exploring Race, Class, and Identity in Antebellum New Orleans

    In "The Grandissimes," George Washington Cable intricately weaves a rich tapestry of antebellum Louisiana, examining the intersection of Creole culture, race, and class through a compelling narrative structure that incorporates vivid imagery and an ebullient dialect. The novel reflects the complexity of post-Civil War Southern society, utilizing both realism and romance to explore themes of ... Read more

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  • Old Creole Days: A Story of Creole Life

    George Washington Cable (12 October 1844 31 January 1925) was an American novelist notable for the realism of his portrayals of Creole life in his native Louisiana. His fiction has been thought to anticipate that of William Faulkner. ... Read more

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  • The Grandissimes

    Series series Pelican Pouch
    The classic 19th century novel about a family navigating their lives and loves in New Orleans' Creole society.When The Grandissimes was first published in 1880, the book was criticized for its portrayal of forbidden love and the clash of cultures during the Reconstruction. Since then, the novel has been considered a masterful critique of racial and social inequality that resonates with modern ... Read more

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  • Madame Delphine

    Enriched edition. Exploring Race, Class, and Society in 19th Century New Orleans

    In "Madame Delphine," George Washington Cable intricately weaves a narrative rich in the cultural tapestry of Louisiana in the late 19th century. Through the lens of his protagonists, notably the titular character, Madame Delphine, Cable employs a lyrical yet accessible literary style that combines realistic dialogue with evocative descriptions of the Creole setting. The novel dives into themes of ... Read more

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  • Strange True Stories of Louisiana

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Creole Mysteries of Louisiana

    In "Strange True Stories of Louisiana," George Washington Cable masterfully weaves a tapestry of vivid narratives drawn from the rich cultural and historical milieu of Louisiana. Through a blend of anecdotal storytelling and meticulous research, Cable presents a series of captivating tales that illuminate the complexities of Southern life, particularly focusing on the Creole and African American ... Read more

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  • The Grandissimes

    A Story of Creole Life

    Setting forth formidable arguments for racial equality, Cable’s novel of feuding Creole families in early nineteenth-century New Orleans blends post–Civil War social dissent and Romanticism. ... Read more

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  • The Grandissimes

    The Grandissimes by George Washington Cable. ... Read more

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  • Dr. Sevier

    A Deep Dive into Race and Culture in Post-Civil War Louisiana

    In "Dr. Sevier," George Washington Cable weaves a compelling narrative set in the post-Reconstruction South, examining the complexities of regional identity and racial dynamics. The novel is characterized by Cable'Äôs signature rich prose and vivid imagery, bringing to life the vibrant social landscape of Louisiana in the late 19th century. Through the struggles of its titular character, Dr. ... Read more

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  • Kincaid's Battery

    "Kincaid's Battery" is a short story written by George W. Cable, an American author known for his works focusing on Southern life and culture. The story is set during the American Civil War and is notable for its portrayal of the experiences of soldiers from Louisiana.The narrative revolves around a Confederate artillery unit known as Kincaid's Battery, depicting the trials, camaraderie, and ... Read more

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