Mr. Rabbit at Home
A sequel to Little Mr. Thimblefinger and his Queer CountryBy Joel Chandler Harris
Length6h 11m
About this audiobook
In "Mr. Rabbit at Home," Joel Chandler Harris presents a delightful collection of tales that intricately weave the oral traditions of African American folklore into charming narratives. The book features the iconic character Br'er Rabbit, whose cunning and clever antics are situated within the everyday lives of Southern characters. Harris employs a distinctive dialect-rich literary style, immersing readers in the regional culture and the rhythmic patterns of folk speech while reflecting the sociocultural context of post-Civil War America. The stories not only entertain but offer insightful commentary on human nature and moral lessons, preserved through the art of storytelling. Joel Chandler Harris, an influential journalist and folklorist, was deeply inspired by the African American narratives he encountered during his time in Georgia. His background and experiences as a newspaper editor in the South enabled him to capture the essence of these folktales authentically. Harris's commitment to preserving these narratives highlights the significance of oral tradition, and his work played a pivotal role in popularizing Southern folklore, establishing him as a key figure in American literary history. "Mr. Rabbit at Home" is an essential read for those interested in folklore, Southern literature, or cultural history. Harris'Äôs skillful narrative style and evocative storytelling invite readers to explore a world rich with humor and resilience, making it a valuable addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length6 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. BUSTER JOHN ALARMS MR. RABBIT.
13XIII. HOW BROTHER LION LOST HIS WOOL.
2II. WHERE THE THUNDER LIVES.
14XIV. BROTHER LION HAS A SPELL OF SICKNESS.
3III. THE JUMPING-OFF PLACE.
15XV. A MOUNTAIN OF GOLD.
4IV. THE BLUE HEN’S CHICKEN.
16XVI. AN OLD-FASHIONED FUSS.
5V. HOW A KING WAS FOUND.
17XVII. THE RABBIT AND THE MOON.
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6VI. THE MAGIC RING.
18XVIII. WHY THE BEAR IS A WRESTLER.
7VII. THE COW WITH THE GOLDEN HORNS.
19XIX. THE SHOEMAKER WHO MADE BUT ONE SHOE.
8VIII. BROTHER WOLF’S TWO BIG DINNERS.
20XX. THE WOOG AND THE WEEZE.
9IX. THE LITTLE BOY OF THE LANTERN.
21XXI. UNCLE RAIN AND BROTHER DROUTH.
10X. A LUCKY CONJURER.
22XXII. THE SNOW-WHITE GOAT AND THE COAL-BLACK SHEEP.
11XI. THE KING OF THE CLINKERS.
23XXIII. THE BUTTING COW AND THE HITTING STICK.
12XII. THE TERRIBLE HORSE.
24XXIV. THE FATE OF THE DIDDYPAWN.
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