Samuel Langhorne Clemens (better known by his pen name Mark Twain) is considered the greatest humourist in American literature. However, behind the satire and the fun is evident a keen eye for life’s realities and universal truths. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is an evergreen classic that belongs to the rare genre of books enjoyed by children and adults alike. This work is replete with various levels of meaning and universal truths besides pointed satire and humour.

The present unabridged edition of the novel, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, is accompanied by a critical introduction by Professor Arun Kumar Sinha. He briefly surveys the life and works of Mark Twain and goes on to examine and evaluate the thematic, structural, and stylistic aspects of the novel. The introduction incorporates major critical perspectives on Mark Twain and the novel, which will enable the reader to understand and appreciate the literary qualities of the work. The serious students will also get insights into Twain’s style and technique after finishing the book.