Chapters 12, 13, and 14

These chapters show that Huck is still a child.  He is able to run away, but he still wants to explore.  He enjoys reading adventure stories like every other little boy.  I also believe Huck does not understand Jim's situation.  Jim is a runaway slave, so people won't stop looking for him.  People have stopped looking for Huck's "body."  Although Huck does not like to be alone, he needs to have a little adventure.  Adventure could end up harming Jim.  In addition, Huck has a growing sense of right and wrong.  In the beginning of the book, Huck wouldn't think twice about stealing.  I believe Huck is slowly maturing.