Classics Illustrated #9

The greatest story of American childhood ever written,  The Adventures of Tom Sawyer has remained a favorite of readers everywhere for more than a century. Based on Mark Twain's own adventurous youth, it relates the delightful summertime escapades of Tom Sawyer and his band of friends. Whether lurking in graveyards, whitewashing fences or plotting against robbers and murderer, Tom's exuberance, zest and love of life transcends time and place and makes his tale a story for all ages and time. Mike Ploog's illustrations embody the humor, joy and exhilaration of Twain's beloved classic. Prestige format, full color 48 pages on glossy paper with a $3.75 cover price.