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...

George Washington Cable's novel, Kincaid's Battery, is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and social hierarchies in post-Civil War Louisiana. The book skillfully weaves together themes of prejudice,...

George Washington Cable's novel, 'Bylow Hill,' is a poignant story set in post-Civil War New Orleans, exploring themes of race, social class, and gender roles. The narrative is rich in detail, painting...

In "The Flower of the Chapdelaines" by George Washington Cable, the reader is taken on a journey to the antebellum South and introduced to a rich cast of characters grappling with themes of race, identity,...

In George Washington Cable's 'Bonaventure: A Prose Pastoral of Acadian Louisiana', readers are transported to the unique and vibrant world of Acadian Louisiana. Through beautifully crafted prose, Cable...

George Washington Cable's novel 'Bylow Hill' is a captivating exploration of the complexities of race, society, and family in post-Civil War New Orleans. Set in the French Quarter, Cable masterfully intertwines...

In George Washington Cable's novel 'Madame Delphine,' the reader is transported to the rich and complex world of New Orleans in the mid-19th century. The book delves into themes of race, class, and society,...

George Washington Cable's 'Kincaid's Battery' is a captivating work of historical fiction set during the American Civil War. The novel explores themes of patriotism, honor, and duty through the lens of...

In George Washington Cable's novel, 'Gideon's Band: A Tale of the Mississippi,' readers are taken on a captivating journey through the South during the Reconstruction era. Cable's rich and descriptive...

George Washington Cable's 'Strong Hearts' is a captivating novel set in post-Civil War New Orleans, exploring themes of race, class, and societal tensions with a keen eye for detail and emotional depth....

In 'Strange True Stories of Louisiana' by George Washington Cable, readers are transported to the unique cultural landscape of Louisiana through a collection of intriguing tales. Cable's literary style...

In his masterpiece 'Old Creole Days', George Washington Cable explores the unique culture and society of Creole New Orleans in the late 19th century. Through a collection of short stories, Cable vividly...

In George Washington Cable's novel 'Dr. Sevier', the author explores themes of race, culture, and social expectations in post-Civil War Louisiana. The book is written in a realistic and detailed style,...

Classic American novel by the 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.

In George Washington Cable's 'Gideon's Band: A Tale of the Mississippi', readers are transported to the post-Civil War South where themes of race, class, and society are explored through the intertwining...

Eh bien, il va falloir se faire une raison : l’Américain-type, ça n’existe pas ! Tant pis pour la belle ordonnance des idées toutes faites ; d’un Américain à l’autre, le caractère, les mœurs, la stature...

'America Divided: 40 Civil War Novels' stands as a monumental anthology capturing the complex and multifaceted narratives of the American Civil War. The anthology not only emphasizes the devastating impact...

40 Must-Read Civil War Novels is an enriching anthology that masterfully curates a broad panorama of literary expressions themed around the American Civil War. This collection captures the raw essence,...