The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," often referred to simply as "Huckleberry Finn," is a novel written by the American author Mark Twain. It was first published in 1884 and is a direct sequel to Twain's earlier novel "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." The novel is narrated by Huckleberry Finn, a young boy who escapes his abusive father and embarks on a journey down the Mississippi River with Jim, a runaway slave. The story explores themes of freedom, morality, racism, and the social and cultural landscape of the American South in the mid-19th century. Huck's internal struggles with his conscience and societal norms play a central role in the narrative. "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is widely considered one of the great American novels and is celebrated for its use of regional dialect, its portrayal of complex characters, and its biting social satire. The novel remains a classic of American literature and is frequently studied in schools and universities for its rich themes and its exploration of the American experience.