Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
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(Author) Mark Twain"The fourth edition of Norton Critical Edition of Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is based on the 1885 edition of the text and features all original illustrations by Edward Windsor Kemble and John Harley. The story follows a young boy from a town on the Mississippi River and his adventures as he travels with a runaway slave in pursuit of freedom. The "Contexts and Sources" include Mark Twain's letters about Huckleberry Finn and other sources related to the background and reception. "Early Response and Classic Criticism" delivers reviews ranging from 1884 to 1984. "Modern Views" provide the readers with reviews of the narrative including discussion on racial themes. A chronology and selected bibliography are also included"--
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens in 1835, was an American writer and humorist known for his sharp wit and satire. He is best known for his novels "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," which are considered classics of American literature. Twain's writing style is characterized by his use of vernacular language and his keen observations of human nature. He is credited with helping to shape the American literary tradition and is often referred to as the "father of American literature." Twain's works continue to be studied and celebrated for their humor, social commentary, and enduring relevance.
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World Classics Library
Mark Twain : The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Prince and the Pauper
