Why did Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" infuriate the South?

Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin infuriated the South because it 1.was a work of fiction by a Northern black woman. 2.spread anti-slavery sentiment in the North. 3.portrayed all slave owners as evil. 4.advocated a violent rebellion of slaves. hope this helps xxx

Answered by charlottestarr | 2024-06-10

Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" infuriated the South by emotionally depicting the harsh realities of slavery, challenging pro-slavery narratives, and energizing the abolitionist movement. The book was seen as a direct threat to the Southern way of life and prompted significant backlash from Southern leaders. Its political and cultural implications further intensified the rift between the North and South.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-02-10