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Symbolic Representations in "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Explore the profound symbols and conceits in Chapter 38 of the novel as we delve into Huck's cowardliness, Tom's adherence to societal norms, and Jim's realization of self-worth. Uncover how these characters and objects serve as objective correlatives, reflecting deeper societal issues of the era. Journey through the narrative to uncover the nuanced meanings behind Huck, Tom, Jim, and the symbolic representations that shape their interactions.

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Symbolic Representations in "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

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  1. Symbols, Conceits, and Objective Correlatives Chapter 38

  2. Symbols •Huck ­ Cowardliness. Does not stand up for his opinion even though he knows that what is happening is ridiculous. •Tom ­ Society that sticks to the status quo. Wants to do everything by the book, literally. • Jim ­ Slaves low self worth. He assumes that Tom knows better because he’s white and reads. He realizes what Toms plans are unnecessary.

  3. Conceits • Toms use of convention ­Toms constant adding of different convention to Jims prisoner persona represents Southerners excuses for slavery.

  4. Objective Correlatives • The Hole ­ The hole represents the obvious solution to slavery. In the era before the Civil War people, mainly abolitionists, realized slavery was a terrible thing and eventually our government would not allow it to exist. But Slave owners, represented by Tom, made it impossible to make the transition smooth therefore lead to the Civil War.

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