Twain, Mark, 1835-1910

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Mark Twain's influence upon American literature cannot be overstated. The most important American writer of the second half of the nineteenth century, Twain's vast oeuvre includes novels, short stories, essays, and full-length works of nonfiction. All of Twain's writings are historically valuable; his scathing social commentaries and satirical insights perfectly capture the spirit of the Industrial Age. But many of Twain's works can be read for sheer literary pleasure: adventure-filled stories, unforgettable characters, and a grand sense of humor and fun make Twain's books resonate with readers more than a century later. Start with: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (fiction); Life on the Mississippi (nonfiction)
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Mark Twain's influence upon American literature cannot be overstated. The most important American writer of the second half of the nineteenth century, Twain's vast oeuvre includes novels, short stories, essays, and full-length works of nonfiction. All of Twain's writings are historically valuable; his scathing social commentaries and satirical insights perfectly capture the spirit of the Industrial Age. But many of Twain's works can be read for sheer literary pleasure: adventure-filled stories, unforgettable characters, and a grand sense of humor and fun make Twain's books resonate with readers more than a century later. Start with: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (fiction); Life on the Mississippi (nonfiction)
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