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This ibiblio.org site deeply explores the truth behind the legend of John Henry. Content includes interviews with numerous scholars who take a look at how this legend may have been created. Scholars also analyze historical facts versus legend of a man named John Henry. A lengthy analysis of the music surrounding the legend is also offered.
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- Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
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