A Journey of Freedom

Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, first published in 1884, stands as a cornerstone of American literature. Often hailed as “the great American novel,” it follows the journey of Huckleberry Finn, a rebellious young boy, and Jim, an escaped enslaved man, as they drift down the Mississippi River on a raft. More than a thrilling adventure story, the novel is a profound exploration of race, freedom, and moral identity in the post-Civil War South. While its liberal use of racial slurs and controversial opening reception have sparked decades of debate, its unflinching critique of societal hypocrisy and its celebration of individual conscience make it an indispensable work for