Well, Mr Twain, as of right now I'm reading the novel you wrote called "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". Though I am not finished I find the novel entertaining and thrilling. I am often on the edge on my seat because of all the scrapes Huck get's into, like his almost lynching . Tell me, who did you model Huck after? He's an interesting bright little boy who's wiser than most around him. Is he like you when you were a child? And were his experiences, like abuse, running away, and witnessing murder like yours? I also have to commend you the adventures Huck goes on, each one builds or adds to his character and each adventure is different. It gives the novel a epic and archetypal presence. A novel of self discovery. Jim seems to stand out to me. As a black person I am slightly offended by his portrayal. But as I think more about it, this is what people thought of black people at the time. And even worse , some were this way. As I read more of the novel Jim is revealed to have more depth, which is a relief for me because I wouldn't find your novel very enjoyable. And as of right now, I do find the novel entertaining. It has made me laugh at the absurdity of people's logic, cry at the senseless death's of children, and scare me when Huck is close to death. You've written a novel that will last through the ages.
Sincerely, Maugrette
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