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Appearance and reality can be two completely different things. This statement can best be understood by reading the American novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain. Huck was a rebellious teenager growing up in the south during the 19th century, who reasoned using common sense and rugged individualism. Throughout the novel, appearance differs from reality. For example, the two feuding families, the Grangerfords and the Shepherdsons, seem to be noble by going to …

…unselfishness and his basic response to humanity in contrast to the selfishness of Tom and his desire for a successful, stylistic escape. Moreover, Huck showed his humanity, when he saw the king and the duke being tarred and feathered. In spite of the dirty trick which the king and the duke played on him, Huck is responsive to their suffering. I hope that my business career will consist of a moderation between business and humanity.