Name: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Price: 753.00 ZAR
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Author: Mark Twain
ISBN: 9781646793037

Type

Physical Book

Author

Mark Twain

Illustrated by

True Williams

Publisher

Cosimo Classics

Language

English

Pages

276

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

21.6 x 14.0 x 1.9 cm

Weight

0.49 kg.

ISBN13

9781646793037

Synopsis "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"

"Although my book is intended mainly for the entertainment of boys and girls, I hope it will not be shunned by men and women, for part of my plan has been to try to pleasantly remind adults of what they once were themselves, and of how they felt and thought and talked, and what queer enterprises they sometimes engaged in." -Mark Twain (1876) The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876), a masterpiece of American literature by Mark Twain, describes the world of boyhood in nineteenth century rural America. It tells the adventures of Tom Sawyer, a young boy growing up along the Mississippi River. It is set in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, inspired by Hannibal, Missouri, where Twain lived as a boy. Tom Sawyer is full of mischief and adventures, often joined by his friend Huckleberry Finn.This jacketed hardcover replica of the original 1876 edition of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, with illustrations by True Williams, has enchanted readers of all ages throughout the times.

Mark Twain

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Mark Twain, pseudonym of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was born in 1835 in Missouri and is considered one of the great geniuses of American literature. Author of classics such as “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” and “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”, Twain revolutionized narrative with his humor, social criticism, and approachable style. His works, set on the Mississippi River, explore themes such as freedom, childhood, and justice. Recognized worldwide, Twain received numerous awards and his legacy continues to inspire readers of all ages, connecting generations through unforgettable stories.

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