The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Part 2.: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Part 2. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Twain, Mark (1835–1910).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Part 2" by Mark Twain is a classic novel written during the late 19th century. This beloved work captures the mischievous exploits of Tom Sawyer, a young boy growing up in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, Missouri, during a time characterized by innocence and adventure. The narrative explores themes of childhood, friendship, and the contrast between societal expectations and the desire for freedom. In this continuation of Tom's adventures, readers follow the spirited boy as he navigates the complexities of adolescence, encounters his love interest Becky Thatcher, and engages in mischief with his friend Huckleberry Finn. The story is marked by Tom's endeavors to impress Becky, his escapades at Sunday school, and his playful rivalry with his peers. The narrative illuminates Tom's inner thoughts and desires as he grapples with societal norms while yearning for adventure and independence. Through vivid and humorous storytelling, Twain paints a nostalgic portrait of boyhood, capturing both its joys and challenges in a rapidly changing world.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Part 2.
- Author credits: Twain, Mark (1835–1910)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Bildungsromans
- Boys -- Fiction
- Child witnesses -- Fiction
- Humorous stories
- Male friendship -- Fiction
- Mississippi River Valley -- Fiction
- Missouri -- Fiction
- Runaway children -- Fiction
- Sawyer, Tom (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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