WEEK 2: The Short Story
The Rise of Regionalism 
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Assignment due:  Exercise 1
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With the rise of the "Age of Realism" in American literature, regional literature became popular.  Bret Harte and Mark Twain (Samuel L. Clemens) began their careers in journalism and drew upon the traditions of the far West.  Mary E. Wilkins Freeman was devoted to preserving the character of her New England communities.  Joel Chandler Harris was drawn to the folk traditions of the Seminole blacks of Florida. 
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Textual Readings: 
Mary Wilkins Freeman 
"New England Nun" 
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Bret Harte 
"Tennessee's Partner" 
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Joel Chandler Harris 
"How Mr. Rabbit Was Too Sharp for Mr. Fox" 
"Free Joe and the Rest of the World" 
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Mark Twain 
"The Dandy Frightening the Squatter" 
"The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" 
 
American humorist and writer
Mark Twain
 
Writing Assignment for Week 2: 
Complete Exercise 1.
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