Essay | Examining Controversy in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

The climax of a story is the point that the rest of the story leads into. It tends to be the most exciting part of the story. In Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, there have been several controversies over what the climax of the book is--if there even is one--and if it is disappointing compared to the rest of the book. Throughout the book, Huck Finn goes through a long journey in which he intends to free a runaway slave named Jim, who happens to be owned by Miss Watson. There is a very strong moral theme that is built up through every chapter, and it is controversial whether the ending is worthy of such a lead. The end of the book, starting at the point where Huck meets up with companion Tom Sawyer, takes on more of a slapstick comedy theme that...
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