In the novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the author Mark Twain uses symbolism to portray many different concepts. ... Not only does the Mississippi River represent physical freedom, but emotional freedom as well. ... Another example of symbolism is noticeable when Jim and Huck are just simply floating down the river. ... The Mississippi River comforts them and takes care of them. ... The symbolism is so powerful that the audiences feels the freedom, tranquility and comfort that Huck and Jim experience. ...

• Word Count: 1060
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain, is a novel that tracks the development of a young boy's life on the Mississippi River in the late 1800's. The Novel's main character, Huck Finn, struggles to find and unite himself during a time when our nation divided and at a loss. ... Huck Finn starts this book as a lost boy that has been found and miraculously saved by society (Widow Douglas). ... Huck and Jim's adventure would not be the same without the symbolism and thoughts evoked by the setting of the novel. ... The Mississippi River represents an opportunity of freedom from slav...

• Word Count: 716
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The Mississippi River is a crucial symbol of freedom in the novel, "Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain. It provides an escape for Huck and Jim from the restrictions of society and from civilization. ... As Huck and Jim take a journey down the river, the reader can notice that Huck and the river exist together in a state of balance, much like they were both a part of nature's work. ... The mood of Huckleberry Finn is adventurous because of the image of the river. ... Thus, the story of Huckleberry Finn would not be what it is without the Mississippi River to tie everything together....

• Word Count: 817
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School