George Washington Cable

Biography

George Washington Cable emerged as one of the South’s most perceptive writers, turning his keen eye and compassionate heart toward the people and landscapes of New Orleans and its environs. His stories bridged rivers of difference, showing readers the complex humanity of those who lived in the Crescent City and beyond, even when those stories challenged comfortable assumptions.

He remained devoted to the written word as a means of fostering understanding and reform, always mindful of literature’s power to awaken conscience. His enduring works continue to inspire thoughtful readers who seek the beauty and justice that shaped his life’s work.