"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is a classic novel by Mark Twain that follows the mischievous and adventurous young boy, Tom Sawyer, as he navigates through life in the small town of St. Petersburg, Missouri. From playing hooky to whitewashing fences, Tom finds himself in constant trouble and creates a world of excitement and imagination. Alongside his best friend, Huckleberry Finn, Tom stumbles upon a mysterious treasure and experiences the thrill of a lifetime.