Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
"Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores the adventures of a young boy named Huckleberry Finn as he grapples with themes of freedom, morality, and societal expectations against the backdrop of the pre-Civil War American South. The narrative takes place as Huck escapes his restrictive life and embarks on a journey down the Mississippi River, where he encounters various
characters that challenge his understanding of right and wrong. The opening of the book introduces Huck Finn, the protagonist, reflecting on his life before the events of the story, specifically referencing his previous adventures with Tom Sawyer. Huck describes his uncomfortable life with the Widow Douglas, who is trying to civilize him, and informs the reader about his father's abusive behavior and his desire to escape. The groundwork is laid for his quest for freedom and individuality, as he is soon joined by Jim, a runaway slave, hinting at the deeper moral complexities that will unfold throughout their journey. The tone is light-hearted yet critical, establishing Huck's voice and his perspective on the absurdities of societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Kemble, E. W. (Edward Windsor), 1861-1933 |
| Title | Adventures of Huckleberry Finn |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adventures_of_Huckleberry_Finn |
| Credits | David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Boys -- Fiction |
| Subject | Male friendship -- Fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Missouri -- Fiction |
| Subject | Race relations -- Fiction |
| Subject | Runaway children -- Fiction |
| Subject | Finn, Huckleberry (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fugitive slaves -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mississippi River -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 76 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 30, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 23739 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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