![]() This was downloaded as a free e-book via the second link above. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a novel by Mark Twain, first published in England in December 1884 and in the United States in February 1885. Commonly named among the Great American Novels, the work is among the first in major American literature to be written in the vernacular, characterized by local colour regionalism. It is told in the first person by Huckleberry “Huck” Finn, a friend of Tom Sawyer and narrator of two other Twain novels ( Tom Sawyer Abroad and Tom Sawyer, Detective). It is a direct sequel to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. You don’t know about me without you have read a book by the name THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER, but that ain’t no matter. I enjoyed The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. I’ve read better but I’ve read a lot worse. It’s one of those classics it’s sort of an obligation to read. I wouldn’t rush out and pay for a copy but it’s acceptable to download a free one from The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn has been adapted for the screen many times. I’m fairly certain I’ve seen at least one version. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is written in the first person and narrated by Huckleberry ‘Huck’ Finn. Twain uses vernacular English throughout the novel. I’m not usually a fan of this style of writing but Twain makes it work. I felt the use of vernacular English did a great job of creating Huck’s characterisation. I also think it gave The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn an authentic, period feel and help to create a sense of place as well. I didn’t have an issue with Twain’s use of vernacular English. I was enchanted by the first section of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, set in Missouri. Huck is living under the care of two elderly women called Widow Douglas and her sister Miss Watson who are attempting to civilise him and teach him religion. ![]() ![]() He’s about fourteen and a bit simple-minded. A lot of chapters in this section made me laugh particularly when Huck joins up with Tom Sawyer and his gang of robbers. Their plans to kidnap someone and hold them to ransom were hilarious. ![]() I felt sorry for Huck when his shitless father turns up. ![]()
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