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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

The collection includes 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer', a novel that follows the adventures of young Tom Sawyer in a small Mississippi River town, and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', which continues the story with Tom's friend, Huck Finn, as they embark on a journey down the Mississippi River. more

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Mark Twain
Mark Twain

Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist in the 19th century. His works are characterized by humor, satire, and profound social insight, with notable novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. more

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