The story of Aaron (so named) the son of Ben Ali : $b Told by his friends and acquaintances

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The story of Aaron (so named) the son of Ben Ali : $b Told by his friends and acquaintances

by Joel Chandler Harris

EN·~3 hours·14 chapters

Chapters

14 total
1

Books by Joel Chandler Harris.

1:54
2

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

1:01
3

THE STORY OF AARON. - I. THE LANGUAGE OF THE ANIMALS.

18:54
4

II. A RIDE ON THE BLACK STALLION.

15:58
5

III. GRISTLE, THE GRAY PONY, BEGINS HIS STORY.

19:33
6

IV. GRISTLE, THE GRAY PONY, CONCLUDES HIS STORY.

18:15
7

V. RAMBLER, THE TRACK DOG, BEGINS HIS STORY.

18:32
8

VI. A RUN THROUGH THE WOODS.

18:36
9

VII. RAMBLER, THE TRACK DOG, CONCLUDES HIS STORY.

18:04
10

VIII. GRUNTER, THE WHITE PIG.

18:27

Description

Set on a sun‑kissed Georgia plantation, the tale follows Aaron, son of Ben Ali, through the eyes of the people and creatures who know him best. Friends, neighbors, and even a chatty rabbit share recollections of his childhood adventures, from secret rides on a black stallion to mischievous escapades with a gray pony and a faithful track dog. The narrative weaves gentle humor with vivid scenes of orchard mornings, church picnics, and the rhythm of plantation life, all rendered lively by whimsical illustrations that bring each animal’s voice to life.

The first part of the story introduces a lively cast of characters—Buster John, Sweetest Susan, and Drusilla their caring nurse—who explore the “queer country” that surrounds Aaron’s home. Their anecdotes reveal a world where animals speak their own language, and everyday moments become larger than life. Listeners will feel the warm Southern air, hear the mocking‑birds’ song, and join Aaron’s circle as the community’s fond memories unfold.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (207K characters)

Release date

2024-12-11

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Joel Chandler Harris

Joel Chandler Harris

1848–1908

Best known for the Uncle Remus stories, this Georgia writer helped bring Brer Rabbit and other folktale characters to a wide American audience. He was also a longtime newspaper editor whose work sits at the crossroads of storytelling, folklore, and the complicated history of the post-Civil War South.

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