Huckleberry Finn

Revered by all of the town's children and dreaded by all of its mothers, Huckleberry Finn is indisputably the most appealing child-hero in American literature. Unlike the tall-tale, idyllic world of Tom Sawyer, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is firmly grounded in early reality. From the abusive drunkard who serves as Huckleberry's father, to Huck's first tentative grappling with issues of personal liberty and the unknown, Huckleberry Finn endeavors to delve quite a bit deeper into the complexities-both joyful and tragic of life. Floating down the Mississippi on their raft, size words and how to show emotion with his voice. He also understands when to cut back so that Twain's subtle humor can come through on its own. This required standard of American literature is brought to life for students. A wonderful selection. School Library Journal