Strange True Stories of Louisiana by George Washington Cable

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Author Cable, George Washington, 1844-1925
Title Strange True Stories of Louisiana
Note Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents How I got them -- The young aunt with white hair -- The adventures of Françoise and Suzanne -- Alix de Morainville -- Salome Müller, the white slave -- The "haunted house" in Royal Street -- Attalie Brouillard -- War diary of a Union woman in the South.
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Summary "Strange True Stories of Louisiana" by George Washington Cable is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores a collection of intriguing and bizarre true stories set in Louisiana, focusing on both well-known and obscure events that shaped the region's rich cultural tapestry. The author emphasizes the authenticity of these tales, highlighting their origins and the factual basis behind each narrative. The beginning of the text details the circumstances that led Cable to collect these stories, particularly through a conversation with a friend about an enigmatic figure named Salome Müller. Cable recounts his investigation into her life, which involved a fascinating mix of personal anecdotes, legal cases, and the history of Louisiana. He introduces readers to the challenges he faced in uncovering forgotten narratives, illustrating his determination to preserve the authentic voices and events that define the state's unique history. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that the stories range from tales of adventure to profound tragedies, reflecting the complex interplay of cultures in Louisiana's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Louisiana -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Historical fiction, American
Subject War stories, American
Subject Louisiana -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 12577
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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