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Essay Archive - The Adventures of Huck Finn: Jim Is A Hero
The Adventures of Huck Finn: Jim Is A Hero
A hero is defined as a person noted for feats of courage or
nobility of purpose. The character of Jim in Huckleberry Finn by Mark
Twain certainly fits that description. He risked his life in order to free
himself from slavery, and in doing so, helps Huck to realize that he has
worth. Huck becomes aware of Jim's sense of love and humanity, his basic
goodness, and his desire to help others. There are many illustrations of
this phenomenon in Huckleberry Finn.
The reader first becomes aware....
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