E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Uncle Tom.
A negro slave, noted for his fidelity, piety, and the faithful discharge of all his duties. Being sold, he has to submit to the most revolting cruelties. (Mrs. Beecher Stewe: Uncle Tom’s Cabin.)
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This tale was founded on the story of Josiah Henson (1787), told to Mrs. Stowe by Henson himself.
This tale was founded on the story of Josiah Henson (1787), told to Mrs. Stowe by Henson himself.
