DEPICTION OF CHILDHOOD IN MARK TWAIN’S “THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER”

Abstract

This article discusses the world-renowned and successful representative of children’s literature, Mark Twain, and his famous novel “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.” It analyzes the images of child characters in the novel, their personalities, the protagonist’s inner world, psychological features, and the acts of bravery they demonstrate. In addition, the article examines how the writer effectively presents the emotional world of his characters within children’s literature.