Huck and Jim Mark Twain tells the story of Huckleberry Finn, and his maturity that is developed through a series of events. This maturity is encouraged through the developing relationship between Huck and Jim, as well as the strong influence Jim has on Huck. Jim's influence not only effects Huck's maturity, but his moral reasoning; and the influence society has on Huck. Jim is Huck's role model; even though Huck would not admit it. At …
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…decisions. These lessons are taught by example, not mere verbalization. Therefore, Jim was the best example of a parent Huck ever experienced. The exposure Huck received to Jim caused him to mature very quickly, especially for the small amount of time they were on the river. This growing maturity not only saved Huck's life during their adventures, but Jim's as well. This is the ultimate lesson Huck learned, that your actions effect others around you.