Discuss how Twain introduces three important strands into his narrative

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Discuss how Twain introduces three important strands into his narrative    The relationship between Huck and Jim develops throughout the novel. When Huck was younger Jim was merely a servant, and any form of friendship between the two would have been thought impossible due to the social and racial limitations of the South. However the similar circumstances of the two characters united them in a common aim - freedom. By creating this close relationship between a young white boy, and a black slave, Twain is smashing all the
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southern views that blacks are inferior. A boy of Huck’s age is best used for this part as his mind is pure, and hasn’t been corrupted with racism therefore will have no problems with being around Jim. Hucks innocence represents America before being contaminated with the violent southern peoples.    Upon embarking on their quest for freedom, the security of Huck is a worry for Jim. This is evident when plays a childish prank on Jim by hiding on the raft. When Huck returns Jim is filled with enormous relief, “ I am glad to see you Huck, I could kiss ...

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