The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
1. Introduction: Huck's Life in St. Petersburg
Set in the 1840s in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, Missouri, the novel follows Huckleberry "Huck" Finn, a young boy recently adopted by the Widow Douglas and her sister, Miss Watson. They aim to “sivilize” him—teaching manners, religion, and schooling. However, Huck struggles under their rules. He prefers a simple, free-spirited life outdoors, fishing, and playing. His discomfort deepens with the return of his father, Pap Finn, a violent drunkard who only wants Huck's money, which he had found in a previous adventure.