I used to read that book to my son when he was VERY young. (Before he could read). Probably read it three times, along with Tom Sawyer. Left in the word Nigger after explaining it to him. And that the book was written a LONG time ago, and that now-a-days he should consider it like a “swear word”. Not sure, but I imagine that even back then it had a demeaning tone to it, which is why Twain used it.
But it amazes me how someone could read the book and consider it racist. It was the exact opposite of racist. And all of the adventures, ideas, and morals are great for a four year old (or 64 year old) to read about and learn.
“But it amazes me how someone could read the book and consider it racist.”
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Have you ever asked yourself just what percentage of the people you have known are really capable of getting anything right? How many do you know who can examine something amd come to a reasoned conclusion based on the evidence as opposed to starting with a predetermined intent to believe a certain thing and then grabbing onto anything that supports that belief and steadfastly refusing to see anything that contradicts it?