Though he is certainly responsible for the tale of Free Joe, a former slave who perishes in the swamp, modern critics consider his most valuable contribution to have been the recording of Yoruba folklore, such as the story of the tar baby and several trickster tales.
His creations include Little Mr. Thimblefinger, who lives beneath the spring, and Aaron, a foreman who teaches Buster John and Sweetest Susan to speak with animals. Though he is certainly responsible for the tale of Free Joe, a former slave who perishes in the swamp, modern critics consider his most valuable contribution to have been the recording of Yoruba folklore, such as the story of the tar baby and several trickster tales. For ten points, name this author from Georgia whose character Uncle Remus narrated the adventures of Brer Rabbit.
His creations include Little Mr. Thimblefinger, who lives beneath the spring, and Aaron, a foreman who teaches Buster John and Sweetest Susan to speak with animals.
Joel Chandler {Harris}