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           ''We said there warn''t no home like a raft, after all. Other places do seem so cramped up and smothery, but a raft don''t. You feel mighty free and easy and comfortable on a raft.''  Huck Finn escapes from his alcoholic father by faking his own death and so begins his journey through the Deep South, seeking independence and freedom. On his travels, Huck meets an escaped slave, Jim, who is a wanted man, and together they journey down the Mississippi River. Raising the timeless and universal l issues of prejudice, bravery and hope, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was and still is considered the great American novel.

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Get ready to experience thrilling and unforgettable adventures with Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer". This iconic book immerses you in the fascinating world of Tom Sawyer, a young boy full of wit and imagination. Follow Tom and his friends on their escapades in the small town of St. Petersburg, on the banks of the Mississippi River. Together, they explore mysterious caves, hunt for hidden treasures, and become entangled in intriguing mysteries. Between playful pranks, dangerous escapades, and encounters with colorful characters, this novel will transport you to a world of adventure and freedom. You will be captivated by Tom's mischievous exploits and touched by his character's growth. Beyond the thrilling action, ""The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"" offers a reflection on childhood, friendship, and freedom. Mark Twain skillfully portrays the joys and challenges of growing up while exploring the values and conventions of society at that time. This timeless book is a must-read in children's literature and a part of our collective imagination. Dive into the pages of ""The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"" and let yourself be carried away by this captivating story, full of twists, humor, and touching moments. A read that will delight both young and old, and will nostalgically revive the joys of childhood and the spirit of adventure. ABOUT THE AUTHORMark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was an American writer born on November 30, 1835, in Florida, Missouri, and passed away on April 21, 1910, in Redding, Connecticut. He is known to be one of the greatest writers in American literature and a pioneer of realistic fiction. Twain spent much of his youth along the Mississippi River, which deeply influenced his work. His love for travel and adventure shines through his writings, which are often infused with humor and satire. He is famous for his novels "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" (1876) and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" (1884), considered masterpieces of American literature. Throughout his life, Twain worked in various occupations, including being an apprentice printer, a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi, and a miner. These experiences provided him with a wealth of material for his stories and helped shape his unique writing style. Twain was also a fervent social and political critic. He spoke out against slavery, imperialism, and social injustice, using his writing talent to expose the hypocrisies of his era's society. Throughout his career, Mark Twain wrote numerous articles, essays, and novels that enjoyed immense success. His writings have been translated into many languages and continue to be read and appreciated to this day. Mark Twain is considered one of the most influential writers in the history of American literature, and his literary legacy endures even today.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

Mark Twain nous décrit, avec beaucoup de talent, les frasques et mésaventures de Tom Sawyer, jeune garçon à l'esprit vif et débordant d'imagination, élevé par sa tante, au bord du Mississipi. Tom ne loupe pas une occasion de se distinguer pour plaire à la jolie Becky, et il est toujours prèt pour vivre des aventures en compagnie de son inséparable ami Huckleberry Finn, fils de l'ivrogne du village. Un soir dans un cimetière, Tom et Huck sont témoins d'un meurtre. Muff Potter est accusé du crime, mais Tom et Huck savent que le véritable assassin est Joe l'Indien...

Les Aventures de Tom Sawyer

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer revolves around the youthful adventures of the novel's schoolboy protagonist, Thomas Sawyer, whose reputation precedes him for causing mischief and strife. Tom lives with his Aunt Polly, half-brother Sid, and cousin Mary in the quaint town of St. Petersburg, just off the shore of the Mississippi River. St. Petersburg is described as a typical small-town atmosphere where the Christian faith is predominant, the social network is close-knit, and familiarity resides.  Unlike his brother Sid, Tom receives "lickings" from his Aunt Polly; ever the mischief-maker, would rather play hooky than attend school and often sneaks out his bedroom window at night to adventure with his friend, Huckleberry Finn ­ the town's social outcast. Tom, despite his dread of schooling, is extremely clever and would normally get away with his pranks if Sid were not such a "tattle-tale."  As punishment for skipping school to go swimming, Aunt Polly assigns Tom the chore of whitewashing the fence surrounding the house. In a brilliant scheme, Tom is able to con the neighborhood boys into completing the chore for him, managing to convince them of the joys of whitewashing. At school, Tom is equally as flamboyant, and attracts attention by chasing other boys, yelling, and running around. With his usual antics, Tom attempts to catch the eye of Becky Thatcher, a new girl in town, and persuades her to get "engaged" by kissing him. But their romance collapses when she learns Tom has been "engaged" previously to Amy Lawrence. Shortly after Becky shuns him, he accompanies Huckleberry Finn to the graveyard at night, where they witness the murder of Dr. Robinson.Excerpt:"TOM!" No answer. "TOM!" No answer. "What's gone with that boy,  I wonder? You TOM!" No answer. The old lady pulled her spectacles down and looked over them about the room; then she put them up and looked out under them. She seldom or never looked through them for so small a thing as a boy; they were her state pair, the pride of her heart, and were built for "style," not service—she could have seen through a pair of stove-lids just as well. She looked perplexed for a moment, and then said, not fiercely, but still loud enough for the furniture to hear: "Well, I lay if I get hold of you I'll—" She did not finish, for by this time she was bending down and punching under the bed with the broom, and so she needed breath to punctuate the punches with. She resurrected nothing but the cat. "I never did see the beat of that boy!"

Samuel Langhorne Clemens (geboren 30. November 1835 in Florida, Missouri; gestorben 21. April 1910 in Redding, Connecticut) - besser bekannt unter seinem Pseudonym Mark Twain - war ein US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller.

Mark Twain ist vor allem als Autor der Bücher über die Abenteuer von Tom Sawyer und Huckleberry Finn bekannt. Er war ein Vertreter des Literatur-Genres "amerikanischer Realismus" und ist besonders wegen seiner humoristischen, von Lokalkolorit und genauen Beobachtungen sozialen Verhaltens geprägten Erzählungen sowie aufgrund seiner scharfzüngigen Kritik an der amerikanischen Gesellschaft berühmt. In seinen Werken beschreibt er den alltäglichen Rassismus; seine Protagonisten durchschauen die Heuchelei und Verlogenheit der herrschenden Verhältnisse.

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L'insolence de Mark Twain (1835-1910) c'est celle de la jeunesse. Jeunesse d'une nation, jeunesse d'une langue qu'il aide à forger, jeunesse d'une culture qui conquiert son indépendance. Ce recueil, composé des textes « Comment raconter une histoire drôle », « Le moment crucial de ma vie », les « Journaux d'Adam » et « d'Ève », témoigne de l'expérience d'écriture de Twain avec toute son intelligence et son humour si caractéristique. L'auteur y dépeint ce monde de l'enfance où la langue s'invente et où Twain devient Twain. Ces textes courts, d'un humour mordant, forment une introduction originale à l'ouvre de Mark Twain et tracent le portrait d'une Amérique en train de naître où tout est encore possible.

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Here is the story of Tom, Huck, Becky, and Aunt Polly; a tale of adventures, pranks, playing hockey, and summertime fun. Written by the author sometimes called "the Lincoln of literature, " The Adventures of Tom Sawyer was surprisingly neither a critical nor a financial success when it was first published in 1876. It was Mark Twain's first novel. However, since then Tom Sawyer has become his most popular work, enjoying dramatic, film, and even Broadway musical interpretations. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a fascinating and adventurous book about a boy named Tom Sawyer. He has a major crush on a girl called Becky Thacker. In this book, Tom goes to an island with two of his friends, attends their own funeral, and look for treasure! Tom sees Injun Joe a killer with treasure. He wants it, but his only clue where Injun Joe hid it is that it has something to do with number 2. Tom is now lost in a cave all alone with Becky. Can he find his way out of the cave and~~ the way to the treasure? I agree with Mark Twain's decisions and ideas. I believe that I would be doing the same thing if I were in his position. His decisions are able to happen; yet The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is such a good book. I would recommend this book to people who like adventurous books, and likes classics. It leaves you at so many cliffhangers that you can help but read all of it at once, for the people who like cliffhangers. It is a pleasure to publish this new, high quality, and affordable edition of this timeless story.

Mark Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer - The original edition of the young boy growing up along the Mississippi River novel

El príncipe y el mendigo, también traducida como Príncipe y mendigo es una novela escrita por Mark Twain. Fue publicada por primera vez en Canadá en 1881 antes de ser publicada en los Estados Unidos en 1882. Es la primera novela histórica del autor. Ambientada en 1547, cuenta la historia de dos niños de apariencia física idéntica: Tom Canty, un mendigo que vive con su padre cruel en Offal Court, Londres, y el príncipe Eduardo, hijo de Enrique VIII de Inglaterra.

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Ennuyé par Miss Watson qui veut lui enseigner les bonnes manières et las de la brutalité de son ivrogne de père, le jeune Huckleberry Finn, dit Huck, décide de fuguer a bord d'un radeau sur le fleuve Mississipi. Il est bientôt rejoint par Jim, un esclave en fuite. Les péripéties s'enchaînent jusqu'au jour où le Roi et le Duc, une incorrigible paire d'artistes arnaqueurs, prennent possession de leur embarcation. Après de nombreuses difficultés, Huck et Jim échappent à leurs bourreaux, grâce a l'aide d'une vieille connaissance de Huck, un certain... Tom Sawyer !

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