LITERARY IMAGERY DEVICES IN MARK TWAIN'S WORKS

Abstract

This article examines the literary imagery devices employed by Mark Twain in his major works, focusing on how these techniques contribute to his distinctive narrative style and thematic depth. Through analysis of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," and selected short stories, this study identifies key imagery devices including metaphor, simile, personification, hyperbole, and vivid sensory descriptions. The research demonstrates that Twain's masterful use of these devices serves multiple purposes: creating memorable characters, establishing authentic regional settings, conveying social criticism, and engaging readers through humor and satire. By examining specific textual examples, this paper illustrates how Twain's imagery techniques transformed American literature and established new standards for realist fiction. The findings suggest that Twain's imagery devices remain pedagogically valuable for understanding nineteenth-century American culture and literary innovation