George W. Cable

"George W. Cable: His Life and Letters" provides an intimate and thorough exploration of the life and legacy of one of the nineteenth century's most influential American authors. Compiled and written by his daughter, Lucy Leffingwell Cable Bikle, this biography serves as a definitive account of the man who revolutionized Southern literature with his realistic portrayals of New Orleans and Creole society. By weaving together a rich narrative with a vast collection of private correspondence, the work offers a rare glimpse into the personal experiences and intellectual development of a writer who was as much a social reformer as he was a literary artist.

The book details the professional rise of George Washington Cable, from his early journalistic efforts to the publication of seminal works such as "Old Creole Days" and "The Grandissimes". It highlights his unique position in the American literary canon as a proponent of the Local Color movement and a fearless critic of social injustice. Beyond his literary achievements, the text examines his moral convictions and his advocacy for civil rights during a tumultuous period of post-Civil War Reconstruction. "George W. Cable: His Life and Letters" is an essential volume for scholars of American literature and history, offering a profound look at the intersections of art, identity, and activism.

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