"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" presents significant characters in American folklore, featuring the main character of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," a pivotal piece in American literary history. While "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is often seen as a precursor to its more famous sequel, it stands on its own merit. Even with the nineteenth-century conventions of language and sentimentality typical in literature aimed at young readers, the novel retains its vibrancy and humor while delving into themes of liberty and accountability.