The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain (Large Print Edition, 400-plus pages of Mark Twain Magic, Large Font for Easy Reading) The young schoolboy protagonist of the novel, Tom Sawyer, commands a great reputation as a troublemaker. The story revolves around mischievous and boisterous Tom Sawyer, his adventure and trouble in the Mississippi River towns; about him and his half-brother Sid; his love with Becky Thatcher, a new girl in town; Tom Sawyer's and his friend, Huckleberry Finn's misadventure at the graveyard where they witness the murder of Dr. Robinson by the Native-American "half-breed" Injun Joe; Tom, Huck, and Tom's friend Joe Harper's experience at an island where they run away to become pirates, etc. And of course, you get the famous episodes of the whitewashed fence when Tom is able to con the neighborhood boys into completing the chore for him, managing to convince them of the joys of whitewashing. Actually it was a punishment from his aunt Polly. The conclusion: In his conclusion to the book Mark Twain writes, "When one writes a novel about grown people, he knows exactly where to stop - that is, with a marriage; but when he writes of juveniles, he must stop where he best can." Tom and Huck become hometown heroes with a happy ending (with Tom concocting a new scheme, and persuading someone, this time Huck Finn, to come along for the ride;). The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is remindful of life in the Mississippi River towns in which the legendary author Mark Twain spent his own youth. It is set in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, inspired by Hannibal, Missouri, where Twain lived. Tom Sawyer is a story told in such an engaging manner that you'll be tempted to read it all in one sitting. The characters are so vibrant and alive and the language simple, fun and engaging. If you have the stomach for such a story full of humor and horror, you will not be disappointed by one of the best-loved characters in American fiction. Trivia: 1. According to an October 2012 article published in Smithsonian magazine, Twain named his fictional character after a San Francisco fireman whom he met in June 1863. The real Tom Sawyer was a local hero, famous for rescuing 90 passengers after a shipwreck. The two remained friendly during Twain's three-year stay in San Francisco, often drinking and gambling together. 2. On November 30, 2011, to celebrate Twain's 176th birthday, the Google Doodle was a scene from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. 3. In 1956, We're From Missouri, a musical adaptation of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, with book, music and lyrics by Tom Boyd, was presented by the students at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. 4. Tom Sawyer isn't really a bad kid although he's always painted and remembered as a little troublemaker, the truth is he has a strong conscience and a strong moral compass. Sure he'll "hook" doughnuts, sugar, and jam from his put-upon Aunt Polly and play hooky from school, but he is very good and brave in general. This all-time favorite work of fiction has inspired, entertained, and brought laughter for generation is all set to do the same today for you and/or your child.