The Presence of Racism In The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn There is a major argument among literary critics whether The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain, is or is not a racial novel. The question comes down to the depiction of the character Jim, the black slave, and the way he is treated by Huck and other characters. The use of the word “nigger” is also a point raised by some critics, who feel …showed first 75 words of 831 total…

…showed last 75 words of 831 total…recognize these ideas as society’s and to recognize that Twain throughout the novel disputes these ideas. Twain brings the ugliness of society and causes the reader to challenge the original description of Jim. In his subtle manner, he creates not an apology for slavery but challenge to it. Works Cited Perry, T.S. The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine May 1885 San Francisco Evening Bulletin. 14 March 1885 Salwen. “Is Huck Finn Racist?” http://salwen.com/mtrace.html