Freedom; it is an overused word in today's society, especially in the United States of America. Yes, I do believe that as Americans we have been blessed with the privilege of freedom to believe in whatever we choose, to present ourselves however we choose, and to vote for whomever we choose, etc. America is a country founded on freedom; it is founded on equality for all mankind. But America did not and has not always followed that founding that was made. During the time that The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was written, African-Americans born into slavery were not given rights; instead they were subjugated to a life of slavery. Children and adults alike, such as Huck or Jim, were also not allowed to receive the freedom of spirit that they sought so desperately for. The freedom of spirit to live against what everyone has been taught to live...