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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain is a classic coming-of-age novel that immerses readers in the sights, sounds and smells of a small Missouri town in the mid-nineteenth century. As readers follow the misadventures of the mischievous young protagonist, they are transported to a world of lush greenery, fresh river water and creaking wooden fences. The novel opens with the chirping of birds and the rustling ofeaves as Tom Sawyer sneaks out of his bedroom window to meet his friend Huckleberry Finn. As the boys explore the town and its surroundings, readers are treated to the salty smell of the Mississippi River, the cloying sweetness of honey stolen from a beehive and the musty odour of a haunted house. Mark Twain's masterful use of sensory details is particularly evident in his descriptions of the town's lively characters. The reader can practically hear the raucousaughter of the rowdy boys in Tom's gang, the clanging of the blacksmith's hammer, and the shrill voice of Tom's aunt Polly as she scolds him for his misbehaviour. Overall, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a delightful sensory feast that transports readers to a simpler time and place, immersing them in a world of mischief, adventure and unforgettable sensory experiences.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain is a classic coming-of-age novel that immerses readers in the sights, sounds and smells of a small Missouri town in the mid-nineteenth century. As readers follow the misadventures of the mischievous young protagonist, they are transported to a world of lush greenery, fresh river water and creaking wooden fences. The novel opens with the chirping of birds and the rustling ofeaves as Tom Sawyer sneaks out of his bedroom window to meet his friend Huckleberry Finn. As the boys explore the town and its surroundings, readers are treated to the salty smell of the Mississippi River, the cloying sweetness of honey stolen from a beehive and the musty odour of a haunted house. Mark Twain's masterful use of sensory details is particularly evident in his descriptions of the town's lively characters. The reader can practically hear the raucousaughter of the rowdy boys in Tom's gang, the clanging of the blacksmith's hammer, and the shrill voice of Tom's aunt Polly as she scolds him for his misbehaviour. Overall, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a delightful sensory feast that transports readers to a simpler time and place, immersing them in a world of mischief, adventure and unforgettable sensory experiences.