IMAGISTIC ARTISTIC TOOLS IN THE IMAGE OF CHARACTERS IN MARK TWAIN’S NOVEL “THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER”
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Key words: Imagery, characterization, Mark Twain, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”, descriptive language, sensory details, Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, becky thatcher, literary analysisAbstract
Abstract: This article explores Mark Twain’s use of imagery in “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” to vividly portray its characters. By analyzing how Twain employs descriptive language to depict Tom Sawyer’s adventurous nature, Huck Finn’s outsider status, and Becky Thatcher’s innocence, the article reveals how these imagistic tools enrich character development and enhance the narrative. Twain’s effective use of sensory details deepens readers’ engagement and contributes to the novel’s lasting impact.
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