The story of Aaron (so named) the son of Ben Ali: Told by his friends and acquaintances: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The story of Aaron (so named) the son of Ben Ali: Told by his friends and acquaintances is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Harris, Joel Chandler (1848–1908).
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"The Story of Aaron (so named) the son of Ben Ali: Told by his friends and acquaintances" by Joel Chandler Harris is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book introduces Aaron, the son of Ben Ali, a unique character with the remarkable ability to understand the language of animals, which draws various curious children from the nearby plantation into his world. Set against the backdrop of a plantation in Middle Georgia, it explores themes of childhood curiosity, folklore, and the intricacies of life during the time of slavery. At the start of the book, we meet Buster John, Sweetest Susan, and Drusilla, three children living on a plantation who embark on a journey to find Aaron after hearing tales about his ability to communicate with animals. The children, curious and adventurous, are fascinated by the idea of meeting Aaron, who is depicted as a man of mystery and authority among the other enslaved people on the plantation. The narrative reveals their quest to learn from Aaron and interact with the animals, setting the stage for an enchanting blend of realism and magic in the Southern landscape they inhabit.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The story of Aaron (so named) the son of Ben Ali: Told by his friends and acquaintances
- Author credits: Harris, Joel Chandler (1848–1908)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- African Americans -- Juvenile fiction
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Enslaved persons -- Juvenile fiction
- Fantasy fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Plantation life -- Juvenile fiction
- Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction
- Storytelling -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
- Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Novels
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