Slave 'quarters' much like where Grant and his Aunt lived.
This page provides links that will give insight into the life, culture, and other characteristics of Louisiana prior to what we know of as the Civil Rights era. The link about the author, Ernest Gaines, is very informative. Take some time to explore these sites and gain additional understanding of the dynamics of this setting.
Ernest Gaines: http://www.knowla.org/entry.php?rec=1116
Baton Rouge Bus Boycott: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1304163
Louisiana and Other Southern Plantations:
An Essay: “Plantation Life and its Aftermath”
Plantation Life and Setting: http://www.crt.state.la.us/hp/laheritage/EducatorArea/PlantationLife/PLbackground.html
