Uncle Remus, His Songs and His Sayings

Author: Harris, Joel Chandler

Synopsis:

'Uncle Remus, His Songs and His Sayings' is a captivating collection of folktales and stories set in the post-Civil War South. Through the endearing character of Uncle Remus, a wise and humorous old African American storyteller, author Joel Chandler Harris weaves together a tapestry of enchanting tales filled with talking animals, clever tricksters, and valuable life lessons. From the mischievous Brer Rabbit to the cunning Brer Fox, these timeless stories transport readers to a world where wit and wisdom prevail, offering a delightful escape into a rich and vibrant oral tradition.

Genres:
Folklore, Children's Literature, Southern Literature

Themes:
Oral storytelling, African American culture, Morality and ethics

Subjects:

• African American men -- Literary collections
• African Americans -- Folklore -- Literary collections
• African Americans -- Songs and music
• Animals -- Folklore -- Literary collections
• Georgia -- Literary collections
• Plantation life -- Literary collections
• Remus, Uncle (Fictitious character) -- Literary collections

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