The Adventures of Tom Sawyer - (Chartwell Deluxe Editions) by Mark Twain (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

First published in 1876, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain remains one of the most beloved novels in American literature. Set along the Mississippi River, the story follows the endlessly curious Tom Sawyer as he skips school, plays pranks, falls head over heels for Becky Thatcher, and embarks on daring escapades with his friend Huckleberry Finn. What begins as carefree childhood fun soon deepens into a tale of courage and conscience when the boys witness a shocking crime.

Often remembered as a children's story, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer reveals new layers with every rereading, offering sharp social insight, moral complexity, and Twain's signature wit that continues to resonate across generations.

This commemorative edition features:

• Complete and unabridged text of Mark Twain's classic novel
• Elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designs
• A new introduction by Sarah Kerman

Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions include beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Also available from the series: Little Women, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

About the Author

Mark Twain (1835-1910) grew up in Hannibal, Missouri. He began his career as a journeyman printer and journalist. His youthful experiences along the Mississippi inspired some of his most famous works, including The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. In addition to his well-known works of fiction, he was also a prolific travel writer. Among his most notable travel works is Life on the Mississippi. He was also a star of the lecture circuit.