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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

By Mark Twain
Series: Word Cloud Classics
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain follows the mischievous and adventurous young boy, Tom Sawyer, living in a small town along the Mississippi River. The novel explores his exploits with friends like Huckleberry Finn, as they experience everything from treasure hunts to thwarting a crime. The story beautifully captures the essence of childhood through imaginative adventures and the exploration of morality and friendship.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate classic tales of youthful adventure and mischief set along the Mississippi River. Filled with humour, wit, and a vivid depiction of 19th-century American life, it's perfect for those who love stories about friendship, exploration, and the spirit of adventure.

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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

The classic tale of a young boy’s adventures on the Mississippi in the nineteenth century.

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The classic tale of a young boy’s adventures on the Mississippi in the nineteenth century.

Mark Twain’s classic The Adventures of Tom Sawyer has been enjoyed by generations of readers across the world since its publication in 1876. With its humorous glimpses into life in nineteenth-century, small-town America, this novel has provided unique social commentary that continues to be discussed in classrooms today.

Tom Sawyer, a mischievous boy growing up in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, Missouri, is constantly getting in and out of trouble with his friend Huckleberry Finn. Based on Twain’s own childhood, this novel not only gives profound insights into American life but also shows how children can develop moral codes based on friendship, loyalty, and respect.

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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain is often praised for its vivid depiction of childhood and the clever way it captures the spirit of adventure and mischief. Readers frequently highlight Twain's skill in using humour and keen social commentary to explore themes of freedom, friendship, and moral development. The nostalgic portrayal of rural 19th-century American life and the universal appeal of the characters have earned it enduring acclaim in general fiction circles.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781684129973

Publisher: Canterbury Classics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 November 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Canterbury Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 331g

Pages: 232

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Mark Twain Series: Word Cloud Classics

About the Author

Born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in 1835, Mark Twain is arguably the best-known American author. Most celebrated for his witty and satirical writing, Twain was also very well-known during his lifetime for his oratory and storytelling skills. Twain passed away in April 1910.

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