Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884) by Mark Twain is a masterpiece of American literature, cherished by readers of all ages and revered by literary critics. This captivating tale follows Huck Finn, who was first introduced as Tom Sawyer’s sidekick in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and his companion Jim as they embark on a life-changing journey down the Mississippi River on a raft. Huck is fleeing his abusive father, while Jim seeks freedom as a runaway slave. Their adventures are filled with colorful characters and unforgettable moments, but at the storys core lies the profound friendship between Huck and Jim. A central theme of the narrative is Huck’s internal conflict between the societal teachings that deem helping a runaway slave as sinful and his own belief that Jim is a good man deserving of help. Unique for its time, the novel is narrated by Huck himself and employs the rich dialects of the region, offering an authentic glimpse into the era. Although initially envisioned as a sequel to Tom Sawyer, the story evolved into a more serious exploration of Twains views on slavery and social issues. Huckleberry Finn has sparked significant controversy over the years, earning a place as one of the most frequently challenged books in the 1990s according to The American Library Association. (Summary by Annie Coleman)