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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Joel Chandler Harris

By Joel Chandler Harris

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A collection of Southern stories unveils clever animal characters and explores the past.

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2019-01-13
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"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Joel Chandler Harris" by Joel Chandler Harris is a thorough collection of writings from the late 1800s to the early 1900s by the famous American author. This compilation includes folktales, stories filled with Southern charm, and children's books, spotlighting the folklore around characters like Brer Rabbit and Uncle Remus. The book is an exploration into the oral traditions of African American storytelling. Showcased within are humorous stories like "Uncle Remus and Brer Rabbit" and more, featuring creatures like Brer Fox, whose adventures highlight the wisdom found in Southern folklore. Serving as both entertainment and a historical look into plantation life, the collection reflects the social issues of post-Civil War America while sharing the humor passed down through generations.

About the Author

Joel Chandler Harris was an American journalist and folklorist best known for his collection of Uncle Remus stories. Born in Eatonton, Georgia, where he served as an apprentice on a plantation during his teenage years, Harris spent most of his adult life in Atlanta working as an associate editor at The Atlanta Constitution.

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