Madame Delphine (Paperback)

George Cable helped to lead the colorist movement in the 19th century. Cable fought through his writings to eliminate the color caste system and abolish political corruption in the South. Madame Delphine is set in the French Quarter of New Orleans just after the turn of the 20th century. Madame Delphine is an elderly quadroon who once lived in grandeur. Her home as well as her life has taken a turn for the worse. The colorful characters and allure of the Creole language makes this a charming book to read.