A Tom Sawyer Companion [Hardcover]

John D. Evans (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 5, 1993 | ISBN-10: 0819190594 | ISBN-13: 978-0819190598

Like most authors, Mark Twain wrote from personal experience, but, unlike many authors, he left behind a wealth of autobiographical material recording those personal experiences. His autobiography, letters, speeches, and notebooks contain many references to events similar to those presented in Tom Sawyer. This book, in some measure, satisfies those whose curiosity is piqued by that simple admission by Twain. Evans edits and juxtaposes excerpts from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer with excerpts from Twain's personal writings. Evans presents forty-six episodes, in order of occurrence, from Tom Sawyer; he adds editorial commentary only in order to clarify links between plot synopsis and autobiographical material. The result is an overview of Twain's childhood with a focus on the events that shaped his life and art.

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About the Author

John D. Evans is a teacher in the Bangor, Pennsylvania public schools.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: University Press Of America (August 5, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0819190594
• ISBN-13: 978-0819190598
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,546,753 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Tom Sawyer Companion, February 22, 2000

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Matt Kaulius (Phillipsburg, New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Tom Sawyer Companion (Hardcover)

Well, Mr. Evans was my reading teacher in 7th and 8th grade and he used the book in class. He put a lot of work into this book and he did a very good job. The book tells the story behind the story of the writings of Tom Sawyer. This book is a great teaching ade, so please buy it and support Mr. Evans.