The term ÃÂjourneyÃÂ is a term which implies travel. It is on a journey, that individuals mature, become wiser, and more knowledgeable about themselves and the world around them. In fact, the experiences gained from a journey and the obstacles which are faced and overcome, allow an individual to extend themselves physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Hence, it is fair to say that the journey itself is actually more important than the arrival. This concept is apparent in the novel ÃÂThe Adventures Of Huckleberry FinnÃÂ by Mark Twain, the film ÃÂRabbit Proof FenceÃÂ directed by Phillip Noyce, and the poems ÃÂIthakaÃÂ by Constanine Cavafy, and ÃÂUlyssesÃÂ by Alfred Lord Tennyson, in which each protagonist is educated, extended and cultured on their respective journey, leading to maturity, knowledge, and wisdom, gained from their learning experiences. Although each text is in different form, and style, the purpose of each is shared.
The cover of the first edition of Adventures of Hu...
Illustration of Jim and Huckleberry Finn, by EW Ke...
mark twain Category:Mark Twain imagesIn ÃÂThe Adventures Of Huckleberry FinnÃÂ, Huck and Jim are extended in many ways throughout their journey. The pair, who both escaped ÃÂsivilisationÃÂ, meet up at Jacksons Island and from there embark on their journey down the Mississippi river which serves as a symbol of good, hope and freedom for the companions this contrasting with the evil and corruption associated with land. The companions ultimately intend to sail on their raft to Cairo; eventually they bypass Cairo as a result of heavy fog and unsuitable conditions. They do not return to find their way back, instead they continue on their journey, for it is the actual journey which allowed them to grow and mature and learn about themselves and others. In fact, this becomes apparent in the novel, when Jim recounts an emotional phase of his life to Huck, concerning his daughter. After beating her and realising the...