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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

by Mark Twain
Aggregate Editorial Score44/100
Guardian 100 Best Novels
Published 1884346 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

When Mark Twain published The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn in 1884, it quickly found its place in the broader tradition of adventure. Huck Finn, fleeing his alcoholic father, floats down the Mississippi with the escaped slave Jim in the novel Hemingway called the source of all American literature. Twain's masterpiece is at once a picaresque adventure, a moral fable about slavery and freedom, and a virtuoso performance in vernacular prose. Themes of freedom, race, the South run through the work. The book has received recognition from Guardian 100 Best Novels 1884.

Book Details

AuthorMark Twain
Published1884
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages346
Category⚔️ Adventure
ISBN9780486280615
Editorial Score44/100
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⚔️ Adventure

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1884, Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a work of adventure that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with freedom, race, the South, river gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. Critics and institutions have consistently placed The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn among the notable works of its period. Among its recognitions: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1884. Our aggregate score of 44/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. Readers coming to The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of freedom, race, the South, river is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within United States's literary landscape, Mark Twain occupies a significant position. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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188421
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About the Author
Mark Twain
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Mark Twain is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of adventure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn about?

Huck Finn, fleeing his alcoholic father, floats down the Mississippi with the escaped slave Jim in the novel Hemingway called the source of all American literature. Twain's masterpiece is at once a picaresque adventure, a moral fable about slavery and freedom, and a virtuoso performance in vernacular prose.

Who wrote The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was written by Mark Twain, from United States. First published in 1884.

What awards has The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn won?

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn has received the following awards and honours: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1884.

Is The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn worth reading?

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 21/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in freedom, race, the South.

Where can I buy The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?

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What category is The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is classified as Adventure. Action-driven stories of exploration, danger, and survival.

What country is The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from?

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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