A Review of The Adve

Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn blends adventure with sharp social critique, making it a must-read for college students—even more so in its original English. The story follows Huck, a rebellious boy escaping abuse and rigid “rules,” as he travels the Mississippi River with Jim, an enslaved man seeking freedom. Their journey isn’t just fun; it challenges 19th-century America’s hypocrisy—like how society praised “morality” but ignored slavery. Huck’s key choice to protect Jim (even risking his own “salvation”) shows raw courage, told in simple English that feels powerful. For English readers, the text is accessible. Twain uses regional dialects (e.g., “ain’t,” “reckon”) to make characters real, and while a few phrases might need checking, there’s no overly complex language. Critics note some outdated race-related moments, but the book’s core—about unlearning prejudice and choosing justice—still resonates. It’s not just a classic; it’s a short, thought-provoking read that asks: What does it really mean to do the right thing?