Uncle Tom's Cabin -- Where Did It Come From?
Tuesday June 14, 2005
Today, we celebrate the birth date of one of our most famous (and controversial) American authors. This author was born on June 14, 1811. After the Fugitive Slave Law was passed, she responded by writing a novel, which tackles one of the most controversial issues in American history.
When her novel was published, "Uncle Tom's Cabin" was immediately popular and the book has continued to command a large reading public--despite the many controversies surrounding the novel. Who was the author of this famous novel, and why is she still such an important figure in our literary history?Discover the makings of an American classic: "Uncle Tom's Cabin."
When her novel was published, "Uncle Tom's Cabin" was immediately popular and the book has continued to command a large reading public--despite the many controversies surrounding the novel. Who was the author of this famous novel, and why is she still such an important figure in our literary history?Discover the makings of an American classic: "Uncle Tom's Cabin."
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