Uncle Remus His Songs and His Sayings

Joel Chandler Harris

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Uncle Remus, His Songs and His Sayings by Joel Chandler Harris is an iconic American tome that is renowned for its exploration of African-American folklore. The collection of oral narratives and folksongs, compiled by Harris in the late 19th century, is a seminal work that offers invaluable insight into the rich, cultural heritage of African-Americans living in the southern states during this period.

Disponibile da: 20/01/2023.

Lunghezza di stampa: 172 pagine.

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