: I'm writing a research paper with the thesis that both books (Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn) are written for the purpose of humor, but that Huck Finn has a more serious underlying theme to it. I was told to get more outside information and was wondering if anyone knows of any books, papers, etc. written specifically about that argument or at least includes some info like it. Anything and everything would be appreciated. Thanks! plz plz someone help me...i really need in 2 days.