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Rod Fonda's avatar

What a great trip down several lanes: American Literature, American History, and--of course--Huck the book itself.

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Lonnie Rich's avatar

Excellent. Great summary of Twain and other authors of his era. My favorite quote of Twain is not humorous, but very political!

“In the beginning of change, a patriot is a scarce man, brave, hated and scorned. But when his cause succeeds, the timid join him, for then it costs nothing to be a patriot.”

Love the discussion of Huckleberry Finn. Just read James, but need to go back and read Huck!

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