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The Atlas Obscura Podcast

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The Folklore Legacy: Uncle Remus and Br'er Rabbit's Origins

This chapter explores the journey of a writer who transformed childhood folk tales from older slaves into celebrated stories, particularly highlighting Uncle Remus and Br'er Rabbit. It raises important concerns about the acknowledgment and benefits received by the original storytellers behind these beloved narratives.

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