The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a classic novel by Mark Twain, published in 1876. The action takes place in the mid-19th century in the fictional city of St. Petersburg, Missouri. The novel tells the adventures of a boy named Tom Sawyer who lives with his aunt Polly and half-brother Sid. Tom is mischievous and rebellious, always looking for fun and adventure. He has a crush on a girl named Becky Thatcher and befriends a boy named Huckleberry Finn who is an outcast in town. The story begins with Tom being punished for ...
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a classic novel by Mark Twain, published in 1876. The action takes place in the mid-19th century in the fictional city of St. Petersburg, Missouri. The novel tells the adventures of a boy named Tom Sawyer who lives with his aunt Polly and half-brother Sid. Tom is mischievous and rebellious, always looking for fun and adventure. He has a crush on a girl named Becky Thatcher and befriends a boy named Huckleberry Finn who is an outcast in town. The story begins with Tom being punished for his bad behavior for whitewashing the fence. However, he gets his friends to do the job for him, which makes it seem like a desirable job. Later, Tom and Huck witness a murder and fear for their lives when they are discovered by the killer. They vow to keep the incident a secret and not to tell anyone about it. Tom and Huck decide to become treasure hunters and investigate a haunted house and a nearby cave where they find hidden treasure. However, they are in danger when the treasure is discovered by thieves hiding in the cave. Tom and Huck become heroes when they testify in court and reveal the killer's identity. Tom also saves Becky when she's lost in a cave and they become closer as a result. The novel ends with Tom returning to school, where he is praised for his courage and intelligence. He also learns an important lesson about accountability when he takes responsibility for a mistake made by one of his friends. Total "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"; is a funny and entertaining story about a growing boy full of humor, adventure and unforgettable characters.
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This book is a great read. It was delivered quickly and in good condition.
FanOfTimeLifeBooks
Jul 27, 2013
Humor, Mischief, and Adventure
Written in 1876, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a classic story about a mischievous boy in mid-nineteenth century Missouri. According to author Mark Twain, these adventures are based on his personal experiences. Tom Sawyer and his friends get into all sorts of mischief; the boys even attend their own funeral! Twain capably develops some of the most famous characters in American literature; these include Aunt Polly, Becky Thatcher, and Tom Sawyer's friend Huckleberry Finn. I found myself laughing out loud during several parts of the book. With humor and/or adventure on every page, strong character development, realistic dialogue, and a fast-moving plot, this is classic American literature at its best. Now, I look forward to reading Adventures of Huckleberry Finn!
JULIO A
Jul 7, 2011
Excellent Purchase
The novel is in perfect condition, I recommend 100%
Selina
Oct 11, 2007
Great
"The Adentures of Tom Sawyer" is more child frindly than the Huckleberry Fin book. Considerably shorter Tom Sawyer is full of more charm. Tom is an old fashioned bad boy. His antics are amusing and high spirited. Some of the jokes are outdated. but still possesses a charm. Some younger readers might not appreciate the old time humor. This is a great read.
