Returning Themes in Huckleberry Finn
...ealizes it could cause him serious trouble with the king and duke. Later that night, Huck demonstrates his desire to leave behind the corruption of man as he attempts to escape the king and duke. Huck is overjoyed at his initial success, but he becomes deeply saddened when they come running as he knows he will again be accompanied by these corrupt men and their evil ways. Huck’s aspiration to become a new person is made concrete by his attitude and decision when he discovers the king sold Jim. Huck desperately wants to do what is right, but has difficulty deciding what the right thing is. He feels obligated to inform Miss Watson of the whereabouts of Jim because he is her runaway property, but at the same time he is committed to his friendship with Jim. During his intense struggle with himself, Huck often makes remarks revealing his belief in God and desire to pray, things he mocked not long ago. Huck’s maturity and compassion are further revealed in the dramatic scene where he rips apart the letter to Miss Watson and says, “All right, then, I'll go to hell!” Huck is willing to sacrifice everything, even suffer for all eternity in hell for Jim’s freedom. At this point Huck realizes the freedom of a man is much more significant than someone’s pro...