George Washington Cable
George Washington Cable (1844-1925) was an American novelist and reformer, best known for his realistic depictions of Creole life in his native New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a prominent figure in the local color movement, which sought to capture the distinctive cultures and dialects of specific regions. Cable's most famous works include 'The Grandissimes' and 'Old Creole Days'. His writing often explored themes of racial and social justice, making him a controversial figure in his time.
Books
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1. The Grandissimes, A Story Of Creole Life
"The Grandissimes: A Story of Creole Life" is a historical novel set in early 19th-century New Orleans, exploring the complex social and racial stratifications of the time. The narrative delves into the lives of the Grandissime family, a prominent Creole clan, revealing the intertwined fates of the racially mixed society including French Creoles, Americans, free people of color, and enslaved individuals. Through a tale of forbidden love, family secrets, and cultural conflict, the novel examines themes of injustice, discrimination, and the struggle for identity and unity in a divided society.
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