"Daddy Do-Funny's Wisdom Jingles" by Ruth McEnery Stuart is a delightful collection of poems and jingles featuring Daddy Do-Funny, a wise old man from a Southern plantation. Written in the early 1900s, the book showcases the language and culture of African Americans after the Civil War through playful verses that teach life lessons and share humorous stories. These short poems, starring characters like roosters, cows, and owls, emphasize the funny and sometimes strange parts of life while imparting morals about community and staying humble. The insightful poems present advice and capture a piece of history by exploring Southern life with humor and charm.
Daddy Do-Funny's Wisdom Jingles
By Ruth McEnery Stuart
In a world of proud roosters and clever owls, a wise old man shares humorous poems filled with life lessons from the South.
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Ruth McEnery Stuart (1849–1917) was an American author.
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