Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Mark Twain

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🌊 A runaway boy. A fugitive slave. A river that carries them toward freedom—and into unforgettable adventures.

First published in 1884, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is Mark Twain's masterpiece and one of the most important works in American literature. Narrated by the mischievous yet honest Huck Finn, the novel follows his daring escape from a life of cruelty and conformity. Teaming up with Jim, an enslaved man fleeing bondage, Huck drifts down the mighty Mississippi River, encountering con men, feuding families, and moments of danger, humor, and deep reflection.

Far more than just a thrilling adventure, Twain's novel is a sharp critique of society, exposing the hypocrisy of racism, the struggle for freedom, and the search for moral truth. Written in Twain's signature wit and rich dialect, it remains both entertaining and profoundly moving—a book that challenges readers to question values, traditions, and justice itself.

🌟 Considered the "Great American Novel," this timeless classic continues to inspire, provoke, and delight readers of all ages.

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Disponibile da: 21/08/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 360 pagine.

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