Old Creole Days: A Story of Creole Life by George Washington Cable

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Author Cable, George Washington, 1844-1925
Title Old Creole Days: A Story of Creole Life
Note Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Madame Delphine -- Café des Exilés -- Belles Demoiselles Plantation -- "Posson Jone'" -- Jean-ah Poquelin -- 'Tite Poulette -- 'Sieur George -- Madame Délicieuse.
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell, L Barber and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Old Creole Days: A Story of Creole Life" by George Washington Cable is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of New Orleans, the stories explore the intricate and often tumultuous lives of Creole characters, reflecting on themes of identity, cultural heritage, and societal norms. The opening chapter introduces the reader to Madame Delphine, a retired quadroon woman, and the stark contrasts of beauty and decay in her surroundings, hinting at the rich yet complicated tapestry of Creole life. At the start of this narrative, we are drawn into the streets of New Orleans, where vibrant life intertwines with decay. The descriptive imagery sets the scene in an old neighborhood filled with remnant elegance, hinting at both past grandeur and the decline of fortunes. Madame Delphine is introduced with a sense of mystery and dignity, a character whose background touches upon the delicate intersection of race, beauty, and societal expectations within the Creole community. The opening hints at her story, as well as the struggles she faces in a changing world, building anticipation for the unfolding tales of love, sorrow, and resilience tied to the Creole identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject New Orleans (La.) -- Fiction
Subject Louisiana -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Creoles -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 10234
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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