The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn By Mark Twain

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain is a classic for almost all ages. The novel was first published by the Prentice Hall Library in 1884 and since then has been republished. Something notable of this book is the amount of controversy it has brought throughout the years. With such strong characters and strong messages, I can see why. Yet, don’t let such things scare you into believing those who are young shouldn’t be exposed to these powerful ideas. The story consists of Huck’s adventures from planning his own murder, to boarding a steamboat with robbers and con-artists, and concocting plans to free Jim, a slave.

“The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” is a piece of fiction that is so strongly written it can be conceived as the truth. Mark Twain’s ability to paint a clear and realistic picture of the Southern way of life in 1885 is unparalleled in any author. The story of Huckleberry Finn is one that gives ample opportunity for interesting sights into the South at that time. The story consists of Huck and a runaway slave, along with two men and Huck’s faithful friend Tom Sawyer and some points of the novel, floating down the Mississippi’s shores and encountering different feats of Southern culture, tragedy, and adventure. A nice example of Twain’s ability to turn an event on a river into an analysis of Southern culture is a fun bit of the story where Huck

Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a significant book in the history of American literature that presents readers with the truth of our past American society in aspects such as speech, mannerisms, and tradition that we must embrace rather than dismiss by censorship. It is a novel that has been praised and proclaimed America’s “first indigenous literary masterpiece” (Walter Dean Howells) as well as one that has been criticized and declared obscene. It has undergone much scorn and condemnation as a novel and many feel that it should be censored. This, however, is not the way it should be. Huckleberry Finn is a masterpiece and, as a matter of fact, it is one on many levels. The story itself, though

Transcendentalism can be observed throughout the text of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and through the text textbook examples of Transcendentalism can be seen from the cast of characters and Huck himself and the situations/adventures that he gets himself into throughout his journey, a journey which enables him to develop his Transcendental ideals.. Transcendentalism is a vital part of The novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. By reading and studying the content of the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn it is perceived that Transcendentalism is a prevalent influence that can be attributed to plot and the motivations of the Protagonist.

Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” is said to be one of the greatest American novels to ever be written and is what all other pieces of American literature are based off of. The novel has been debated for over an entire century and will continue to be debated for much longer. Never the less, Huckleberry Finn teaches young students and adults the important life lessons. ”The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” by Mark Twain should remain required reading in American Literature classes because it enlightens students about the horrors of racism and slavery, familiarizes students with the South during time period, and properly portrays the powers of conformity.

Year after year The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is placed in the top ten banned books in America. People find the novel to be oppressing and racially insensitive due to its frequent use of the n-word and the portrayal of blacks as a Sambo caricature. However, this goes against Mark Twain’s intent of bringing awareness to the racism in America. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain is classified under the genre of satire and is narrated by a fictional character named Huckleberry Finn. The novel takes place in the south during the year 1845. With his abusive father, and no mother, Huck is left feeling lonely, and as if he has place to call his home. So he decides to leave town, and on in his journey where he encounters a slave he’s familiar with, Jim, who is also running away. This story captures their relationship and growth as they face many obstacles on their way to freedom. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn satirizes people’s greed and violent behavior by mocking the stereotype of southern hospitality.

Mark Twain states in his novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn that “just because you’re taught that something’s right and everyone believes it’s right, it don’t make it right” (Twain 69). In the novel, Twain creates the characters to fit the image of those who resembled Southern society and its’ ideals. He explores the three main themes of education, wealth and greed, and friendship, which are all still relevant today.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain is referred to as “the great American novel” by many. The story covers a multitude of personal and societal issues of the nineteenth century. From slavery, to religion, to right vs wrong, it’s very evident why the story was regarded as very controversial and even considered propaganda by opposers of the novel. And the world saw it all the the eyes of a young, southern boy, with an ever changing moral compass. One of the many turning points for Huck and his transformation comes very subtly during the Grangerford and Shepherdson conflict.

Esmeralda Rosales Ms. Alger English 10 17 March 2015 Argument Essay The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn written by Mark Twain, is a fictional novel about a young boy and a man searching for freedom. The novel written by Mark Twain should be read in schools. However, this novel contains many racial splurges that cause controversy whether or not it should be read in school. While some people strongly agree it should be read in school others feel differently.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain has been a beloved form of American literature for years, but how was this novel’s plot and themes influenced? The plot of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn can be described as that of a young, mischievous boy that is on his own trying to survive. He seeks adventure and loves the thrill he receives in doing it. Throughout the novel, Twain is able to use his own experiences and background to create the characters such as the main character, Huckleberry Finn. The novel’s composition reveals that Twain was highly influenced by the declining moral and social conditions of the typical family back in the 1800s.

Huckleberry Finn, written in December of 1884, by Samuel longhorn Clemens (under surname “Mark Twain”) encompasses the life, thoughts and adventures of the 12-year-old title character Huckleberry “Huck” Finn. Throughout the book Huck struggles with a negative opinion of racism and slavery that is otherwise not voiced by your everyday American southerner. The book takes place in the southern Midwest region of America often referred to as America’s “heartland”. There are several other reasons for Huck Finn to be considered an American quintessential novel, some of which will be discussed in the following essay such as the themes, character conflicts as well as how the book connects to the American people as a culture. Also it will be covered, that some educators and parents believe that the novel should NOT be used in the classroom based on its at times difficult content and demeaning themes, as well as it’s portrayal of some religious and social groups of the time.

For all of the people who love Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, just as many hate it because of the offensive racial epithets and the derogatory portrayal of black characters Twain incorporates into the story. The book indisputably has racist themes integrated into almost every aspect of of it however, the subliminal message Twain ties into the physical plot derides racist ideals rather than expresses them. While reading Huckleberry Finn it is essential to discern the differences between the narrator, Huck Finn, and the author, Mark Twain, to fully grasp the meaning of the story. Critics think Twain has written a racist book because of Huck’s offensive point of view, but they must also keep in mind Huck is a young white boy who has grown up in a society who finds slavery and racism acceptable. In fully understanding Twain, the writing of his story, the historical context of the time period, and the backgrounds of his characters one can see The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn itself is not a racist story.

.” (Twain, ix) He openly and firstly acknowledges the irregularities in this story and explains that it is not on a whim that he uses this specific type of language but with the purpose to expose the world to a new and original form of literary design. The main character in this story is Huckleberry Finn, the complete opposite of a traditional European hero; he is not the typical king or nobleman that traditional stories tell of. He is an everyday boy uneducated and seemingly unworthy, Huckleberry Finn is the epitome of a real American every day hero. Mr. Twain writes this book as a way to show that just by simply maturing and growing up so that Huckleberry Finn can make the right decisions in all aspects of his life; it makes him a noble character. “We are asked to trust this not as a sport, but rather as a well-considered and well-honed document. . . We are invited to experience and to appreciate this narrative in terms of its thought, its thoughtfulness, and its craft.” (Fertel, 159 –Free and Easy”)

David Hume, a Scottish philosopher of the 1700s, once said, "Mankind are so much the same, in all times and places, that history informs us of nothing new or strange in this particular. Its chief use is only to discover the constant and universal principles of human nature." These “principles of human nature”, however, can be examined not only in history itself, but also in stories written by those who lived throughout history. Mark Twain, who lived during the time of slavery and the Civil War, would observe the society around him. He proceeded to write several famous works of art, among them Huckleberry Finn, a satire of America’s Southern society during the 1840s.In Mark Twain’s novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, three meaningful subjects are explored in education, religion, and civilized society that are still relevant today.

The following paper will briefly show arguments, and conclusions within the writings of Mark Twain’s story Huckleberry Finn. I will discuss the various themes that Mark Twain is bringing to light within his story. This paper will show how Mark Twain uses those themes within the story, and how they are specifically used. I will also briefly discuss the life of Samuel Clemons, the author known as Mark Twain, and give the reasoning behind choosing the name of Mark Twain when writing his novels. Themes of escapism will be discussed.