Water serves as purification in the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and the Sun Also Rises. Jake and Huck cleanse themselves in water after each suffer a painful experience. Water brings emotional relief for Jake and Huck. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and the Sun Also Rises describes water as spiritually peaceful and relaxing. Water acts as a purifier for both Jake and Huck. Water creates safety for Jake and Huck. Jake’s cleansing takes place …showed first 75 words of 1208 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1208 total…receive emotional relief from society. Huck and Jake cleanse themselves, yet the purity of water remains. Water is used as a universal symbol in both works. The purity of water cleanses Jake and Huck. Jake and Huck are safe when they are around water. Huck cleanses himself in the Mississippi river. Yet, Jake cleanses himself in the San Sebastian beach. In the end, Huck and Jake receive the same relief from society’s painful experiences.