Mark Twain’s novel “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” will always be controversial whether through the use of the racial epithet “nigger” or its stereotypical portrayal of Jim. Many arguments against the novel originates from Twain’s appearingly nonchalant nature towards racism. Yet, Twain’s novel gains credibility through revealing the immoral ways of a society that claims to be civilized. Despite Twain’s satirical depiction of Huck’s society, it is obvious that many people view the novel as indisputably racist. Similarly, Jane Smiley, author of “Say it Ain't So” would argue that Twain’s inability to accurately represent racism re emphasizes the “racism feeling mentality”. The mentality Smiley claims plagues Twain’s novel into making
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The prime reason people in Huckleberry Finn act certain ways is dependent on their personal thought. Thus, the ability to amend a person’s perceptions can affect future actions. However, the concerns raised by readers make the classic status of Huckleberry Finn questionable and uncertain. Regardless, viewers must consider what Twain wanted readers to feel versus the overall meaning of Twain’s piece. Nowadays, the modern stigma of refraining from using the N word makes the novel seem misguided and discomforting. In reality, Huckleberry Finn is a complex novel that reveals negative aspects of American society. Therefore, the novel should be considered a literary classic that affects our lives. Perhaps, Huckleberry Finn gains its power by being problematic and unpleasant. Twain wins either way-if you hate his book or-if you love it. Twain makes people realize the depth racism pervades society then and …show more content…
The book main story between Huck and Jim isn’t about one race being superior to another. However, it is about two indviduals finally understanding each other Despite Huckleberry Finn’s constant use of the N word, the book does not blindly accept racism, However, it counteracts racism by showing inconsistencies within people’s predisposed mindsets. A major belief in Huckleberry Finn’s society is white dominance over black people. Yet, the novel often opposes this implicit belief by showing terrible deeds of white americans. Huck views many acts that “was enough to make a body ASHAMED of the human race” (Twain). However, the book does reveal bigotry which Huck has to overcome within the book. Huckleberry Finn had to struggle with undermining the primary belief system he was raised upon. Even though the “N word” is a legitimate concern about the negative labels in the book. Mark Twain use the word to make audiences feel uncomfortable and reiterate an infamous term associated with African Americans at the time. Another pressing argument is Jim’s lack of individuality in the book, certain opponents believe that Jim’s dedication to Huck
The prime reason people in Huckleberry Finn act certain ways is dependent on their personal thought. Thus, the ability to amend a person’s perceptions can affect future actions. However, the concerns raised by readers make the classic status of Huckleberry Finn questionable and uncertain. Regardless, viewers must consider what Twain wanted readers to feel versus the overall meaning of Twain’s piece. Nowadays, the modern stigma of refraining from using the N word makes the novel seem misguided and discomforting. In reality, Huckleberry Finn is a complex novel that reveals negative aspects of American society. Therefore, the novel should be considered a literary classic that affects our lives. Perhaps, Huckleberry Finn gains its power by being problematic and unpleasant. Twain wins either way-if you hate his book or-if you love it. Twain makes people realize the depth racism pervades society then and …show more content…
The book main story between Huck and Jim isn’t about one race being superior to another. However, it is about two indviduals finally understanding each other Despite Huckleberry Finn’s constant use of the N word, the book does not blindly accept racism, However, it counteracts racism by showing inconsistencies within people’s predisposed mindsets. A major belief in Huckleberry Finn’s society is white dominance over black people. Yet, the novel often opposes this implicit belief by showing terrible deeds of white americans. Huck views many acts that “was enough to make a body ASHAMED of the human race” (Twain). However, the book does reveal bigotry which Huck has to overcome within the book. Huckleberry Finn had to struggle with undermining the primary belief system he was raised upon. Even though the “N word” is a legitimate concern about the negative labels in the book. Mark Twain use the word to make audiences feel uncomfortable and reiterate an infamous term associated with African Americans at the time. Another pressing argument is Jim’s lack of individuality in the book, certain opponents believe that Jim’s dedication to Huck