Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in 1835, is widely regarded as one of America's greatest writers and humorists. Growing up along the Mississippi River, he drew inspiration from his experiences as a riverboat pilot, gold prospector, and newspaper reporter. Twain's sharp wit and keen observations of human nature are reflected in his beloved novels, most notably "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and its sequel, "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." These works not only entertain but also explore the complexities of race, identity, and morality in America during the 19th century.
Twain's unique voice and storytelling ability have left a lasting impact on literature, making him a cherished figure in the Western canon. His playful yet poignant writing invites readers to reflect on life's deeper truths while enjoying a good laugh. As you explore his works in this app, you'll find a treasure trove of insights and adventures that continue to resonate with readers today. Dive into Twain's world and discover the timeless charm of his storytelling!
1601: Conversation, as it was by the Social Fireside, in the Time of the Tudors
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Please note: this recording contains strong language."1601," wrote Mark Twain, "is a supposititious conversation which takes …
How To Tell A Story, and Other Essays (Version 2)
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The complete collection of works using this title. Other versions, including the Project Gutenberg version, have been radically shortened. M…
The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories
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A book of short stories and humorous anecdotes by Mark Twain, published together in 1906. (Summary by Tricia G)
The Prince and the Pauper (version 3)
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The Prince and the Pauper tells the story of two young boys who are identical in appearance: Tom Canty, a pauper who lives with his abusive …
In Defense of Harriet Shelley
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Mark Twain pulls no punches while exposing the "real" Percy Shelley in this scathing condemnation of Edward Dowden's "Life of…
Extract from Captain Stormfield's Visit to Heaven (version 2)
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In the afterlife grizzled sea captain Eli Stormfield finds himself piloting a ship to heaven. Despite a detour and some navigation errors he…
Fenimore Cooper's Literary Offences (Version 2)
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This is Mark Twain's vicious and amusing review of Fenimore Cooper's literary art. It is still read widely in academic circles. Twain's essa…
De Lotgevallen van Tom Sawyer
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Uit de inleiding van de schrijver bij de originele Engelstalige uitgave (helaas niet in deze vertaling opgenomen): "Ofschoon mijn boek …
Mark Twain's Autobiography: With An Introduction by Albert Bigelow Paine - Volume I
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While the Mark Twain Project has created and released a three-volume Mark Twain autobiography with extensive annotations, in the 21st centur…
The Prince and the Pauper (version 2)
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One day a poor boy, Tom, gets a little too near the gates of the palace. and the guards start to beat him. However the prince himself interv…
More Newspaper Articles by Mark Twain
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"More Newspaper Articles by Mark Twain" fills in the gaps left by the first collection of newspaper articles: "Newspaper Arti…
Leben auf dem Mississippi / Nach dem fernen Westen
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Leben auf dem Mississippi (Life on the Mississippi) ist eine 1883 erschienene Erzählung des US-amerikanischen Schriftstellers Mark Twai…
Mark Twain's Travel Letters from 1891-92
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This collection of Mark Twain travel letters was compiled by Barbara Schmidt for her website, TwainQuotes.com. According to his biographer, …
Essays on Paul Bourget
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Collection of short essays concerning French novelist and critic Paul Bourget. Included: "What Paul Bourget Thinks of Us" and &quo…
Mark Twain's Letters from Hawaii
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By the time Mark Twain worked as a roving reporter for the Sacramento Union, he had held positions with other newspapers in Nevada and Calif…
Europe and Elsewhere
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This collection of articles came from Mark Twain's travels and experiences abroad. While many had been previously published, there also were…
Christian Science
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Christian Science is a 1907 collection of essays Mark Twain wrote about Christian Science, beginning with an article that was published in C…
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part One (1867-1879)
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This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included i…
La Célebre Rana Saltarina Del Distrito De Calaveras
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Este cuento de Mark Twain fue escrito 11 años antes de Tom Sawyer. Es una obra corta, divertida e interesante, que nos presenta un au…
Im Gold- und Silberland
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In dieser Reiseerzählung schildert Mark Twain seine Erfahrungen in Carson City und Nevada.Zusammenfassung von Katharina21