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Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (Annotated)

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In the heart of Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the Mississippi River stands as both a physical and metaphorical conduit for the protagonist's odyssey. Fleeing his abusive father and the societal constraints that seek to "sivilize" him, young Huckleberry Finn finds solace on the riverbanks, a sanctuary that beckons him toward self-discovery and freedom. On Jackson Island, Huck's solitude is shattered when he encounters Jim, a runaway slave seeking refuge from the chains of bondage. Their clandestine camaraderie blooms into a daring river escape, and the raft becomes their humble vessel navigating the waters of camaraderie, moral complexities, and societal prejudices. The arrival of the King and the Duke injects the narrative with dark comedy and danger. The river, once a sanctuary, transforms into a stage for deceptive performances, forcing Huck and Jim into a precarious dance of survival. Twain masterfully weaves their encounters into a narrative that echoes the moral conflicts of the antebellum South. As the raft drifts downstream, the return of Tom Sawyer brings youthful exuberance and misguided heroism. Tom's grandiose plan to liberate Jim adds layers of absurdity and social commentary, reflecting broader societal absurdities. The trio's antics on the river become a microcosm of the societal struggles Twain astutely satirizes. The riverbanks become a theater of moral dilemmas for Huck, inviting readers to grapple with the ethical quandaries of loyalty, friendship, and racial prejudices. The journey's culmination reveals the true nature of freedom and the complexities of morality. Twain leaves readers with a denouement that is both poignant and open-ended, a reflection of enduring societal struggles and the eternal quest for individual liberty. "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is a symphony of adventure, moral awakening, and societal critique, where every ripple in the water mirrors the intricate layers of human experience.
Release date Australia
January 1st, 2024
Author
Interest Age
From 2 to 5 years
Pages
324
Dimensions
152x229x19
ISBN-13
9782487116887
Product ID
38538256

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