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Joel Chandler Harris

(1848–1908) Writer United States

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Joel Chandler Harris was a writer from the United States, best known for Uncle Remus: his songs and his sayings.

Quick Facts About Joel Chandler Harris

Born
December 9, 1848
Died
July 3, 1908
Nationality
United States
Profession
Writer
Notable works
Uncle Remus: his songs and his sayings
Spouse
Esther LaRose Harris

About Joel Chandler Harris

Joel Chandler Harris was an American journalist and folklorist best known for his collection of Uncle Remus stories. Born in Eatonton, Georgia, where he served as an apprentice on a plantation during his teenage years, Harris spent most of his adult life in Atlanta working as an associate editor at The Atlanta Constitution.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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