The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Publication: 1933
One of the most revered and controversial novels in American literature, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn tells the exploits of young Huck Finn and his companion Jim. Most of the controversy related to the novel revolves around the issue of race. As depicted in E.W. Kemble's drawings from this 1904 version of the novel, Jim is portrayed in a foolish manner, reminiscent of a minstrel show character.
Title
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Date
Publication: 1933
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Description
One of the most revered and controversial novels in American literature, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn tells the exploits of young Huck Finn and his companion Jim. Most of the controversy related to the novel revolves around the issue of race. As depicted in E.W. Kemble's drawings from this 1904 version of the novel, Jim is portrayed in a foolish manner, reminiscent of a minstrel show character.
Rights
Copyright; use considered fair according to the ARL Code of Best Practices in Fair Use
Format
Children's books
Source
Sevier Collection, PS1305 .A1 1933
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Citation
“The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” Gallery, accessed September 11, 2026, https://gallery.library.vanderbilt.edu/items/show/910.