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Nightjohn was created in 1993.
My Class is reading NightJohn and I think the plot of it is on a plantation deep in the South! I think Sarney and the other slaves sleep in a barn or something like that, and get whipped in the spring house! (So far I have found NightJohn very disturbing!)
There are seven chapters in the book "NightJohn" by Gary Paulsen.
"Nightjohn" is a name used in the book "Nightjohn" by Gary Paulsen. In the story, Nightjohn is a brave and knowledgeable slave who risks his life to teach other slaves how to read and write. The name itself does not have a specific meaning beyond being the character's chosen name.
Allison Jones
Nightjohn - 1996 TV was released on: USA: 1 June 1996
Nightjohn - 1996 TV is rated/received certificates of: USA:PG-13
Yes, in the book "Nightjohn" by Gary Paulsen, the character Nightjohn does get his finger cut off as a punishment for teaching other slaves how to read and write.
Pawley is the cruel overseer on the plantation where Sarny, the main character in "Nightjohn," is enslaved. He is depicted as violent and oppressive towards the slaves, particularly towards Sarny and Nightjohn.
"Nightjohn" explores themes of courageous leadership and sacrifice in the face of oppression. The character Nightjohn demonstrates the importance of taking risks to stand up against injustice and lead others towards freedom, even at great personal cost. His actions inspire others to follow his lead and challenge the status quo.
Nightjohn cannot be read online for free legally. It can be purchased as an eBook. See the related link.
In the novel "Nightjohn" by Gary Paulsen, Alice hides in the corn crib after she is caught helping Nightjohn teach other slaves to read. She goes to the corn crib to hide from the Overseer and avoid punishment for her actions.