Nights With Uncle Remus by Joel Chandler Harris

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Author Harris, Joel Chandler, 1848-1908
Illustrator Winter, Milo, 1888-1956
Title Nights With Uncle Remus
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jacqueline Jeremy and the
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Summary "Nights With Uncle Remus" by Joel Chandler Harris is a collection of folk tales written in the late 19th century. The stories are inspired by African-American folklore and revolve around the character of Uncle Remus, who shares whimsical tales featuring animals like Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, and others, often infused with moral lessons. The book is recognized for its unique dialect and entertaining anecdotes, making it a classic in American literature. The opening of the work introduces the setting of Uncle Remus' cabin, where he shares stories with a little boy during a rainy day. The reader is introduced to various animal characters and their quirky interactions, such as Brer Rabbit outsmarting Brer Fox. The charm of the storytelling lies in Uncle Remus' witty dialogue and engaging narrative style, as he combines humor with lessons within the tales. The warmth and familiarity of the storytelling create an inviting atmosphere for readers, especially children, setting the stage for the adventures that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Animals -- Fiction
Subject Georgia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Plantation life -- Fiction
Subject Remus, Uncle (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Subject African American men -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 24430
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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