湯姆·索亞歷險記：THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER（英文原版）

When humanity was revealed and exposed by A child who is like Tom,It become humorous but tear in eyes at the same time...by the way, I am also surprised why Nobel lecture award didn't belong to this great novel?!

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.

一開始可能有點枯燥，但是後面漸入佳境

這個版本的翻譯實在是一言難盡。 不過，就僅僅當做是英文原版書來讀，也還是可以的。

這本書的英文版也能感受到湯姆的成長過程，從調皮貪玩到責任擔當，成爲男子漢

"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain is a timeless classic that explores the innocence and mischief of childhood. Through the misadventures of Tom Sawyer, Twain delves into themes of freedom, friendship, and the journey to self-discovery. One of the most striking aspects of the novel is its portrayal of the carefree spirit of youth. Tom's escapades, from playing hooky to pretending to be a pirate, capture the thrill of breaking societal norms and embracing spontaneity. However, beneath the surface of these lighthearted adventures lies a deeper exploration of the complexities of human nature. Twain paints a vivid picture of a small town along the Mississippi River, where social hierarchies and moral codes shape the lives of its inhabitants. Yet, amidst the constraints of society, Tom Sawyer embodies a sense of freedom that comes from following his own path and staying true to his adventurous spirit.

This is my first book of original copy which is spent about 12 hours. Beginning is always hard. I am persistent and confident. Reading oringal copy boost my English ability.

孩子的生命力是與生俱來的，不該用成人的道德標準去壓抑他們。明白大是大非即可，而不是事無鉅細的規矩。 湯姆會爲了不去上學裝病，我也會；湯姆逃學，我小時候不敢逃大學逃。 其實每個人都是這樣的小孩，所以不該用壞去定義。

《湯姆·索亞歷險記：THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER（英文原版）》 是美國著名小說家馬克·吐溫的代表作，發表於1876年。 書中描述小說主人公湯姆·索亞天真活潑，富於幻想和冒險，不堪忍受束縛個性、枯燥乏味的生活，幻想幹一番英雄事業。小說通過主人公的冒險經歷，對美國虛僞庸俗的社會習俗、僞善的宗教儀式和刻板陳腐的學校教育進行了諷刺和批判，以歡快的筆調描寫了少年兒童自由活潑的心靈。

全書共讀了十四小時，跨時接近十個月。前半部跨時九個多月，後半部分不到一週就讀完了。這見證了一件事從難到易的過程。 在湯姆頑劣的外表下藏着一顆善良，正義的心。他聰明又有很高的情商，加上十足的勸說能力和領導力。全書最吸引我的有三個故事，誘惑別人給他刷牆(這個故事成了英語中的短語：Tom_sawyer sb)；替Becky 受刑，勸哈克回寡婦的家。尤其是最後和哈克的對話，深刻掌握了哈克的心理，通過哈克想要成爲“強盜”動力成功勸說他回寡婦家。