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Mark Twain, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn


School year: Year 9

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No. of pages 260

Published: 2018

Great for age 13-14 years

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"Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" follows the journey of a young boy named Huck Finn as he escapes from his abusive father and the constraints of civilized society. Traveling down the Mississippi River on a raft with Jim, an escaped enslaved man, Huck experiences thrilling adventures and encounters various characters who challenge his moral beliefs. As he grapples with issues of race, identity, and friendship, Huck learns about the values of loyalty and freedom. The novel, rich in local color and dialect, is a profound exploration of human nature and the societal norms of the time, making it a cornerstone of American literature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is aimed at children in year 9.

This book has been graded for interest at 13 years.

There are 260 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform .

Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American author and humourist.

 

This book contains the following story:

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is a classic novel written by Mark Twain (the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens), first published in 1884. It is considered one of the greatest works of American literature and is a direct sequel to Twain's earlier novel, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." Here's a plot summary of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn":

Introduction: The story begins in St. Petersburg, Missouri, where Huckleberry "Huck" Finn, a young boy, has been adopted by the Widow Douglas. Huck is known for his free spirit and love of independence, and he finds it difficult to adapt to the widow's rules and expectations. He longs for the freedom he enjoyed before being civilized.

The Escape: Huck's abusive and alcoholic father, Pap, reappears in town and demands custody of Huck and his money. When the court grants Pap custody, Huck decides to run away. He fakes his own death and escapes to Jackson Island in the Mississippi River.

Meeting Jim: On Jackson Island, Huck encounters Jim, a runaway slave who was owned by the Widow Douglas. Jim is also seeking freedom, as he heard that he might be sold downriver. The two form a close bond and decide to travel together down the Mississippi River, heading toward freedom.

The River Journey: Huck and Jim's journey on the river is filled with various adventures and encounters. They come across a group of feuding families, a pair of con artists, the Duke and the Dauphin, and other colorful characters. They also rescue two sisters, Mary Jane and Joanna, from the Duke and the Dauphin's deception.

Moral Dilemmas: Throughout the journey, Huck grapples with moral dilemmas regarding slavery and the treatment of Jim. He struggles with his upbringing and society's values versus his own growing sense of right and wrong. He ultimately decides to help Jim, even if it means defying the law and his own upbringing.

The Final Conflict: The novel's climax occurs when Huck and Jim are separated during a dense fog on the river. Huck ends up at the Phelps farm, where he is mistaken for Tom Sawyer, the nephew of the farm's owners. Tom eventually arrives, and together, they hatch a plan to rescue Jim from captivity in the Phelps' shed.

Reunion and Resolution: Huck and Tom successfully rescue Jim, but Tom is shot in the process. Tom's Aunt Polly arrives and reveals that Jim has been free for two months, as she had legally freed him in her will. The novel ends with Huck deciding to leave St. Petersburg and seek a new life out West to escape societal constraints.

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is a powerful exploration of themes such as racism, freedom, morality, and the individual's struggle against societal norms. Huck's journey down the Mississippi River serves as a metaphor for the broader journey of self-discovery and moral growth. The novel's complex characters, humor, and social commentary make it a classic of American literature.