“I have stopped smoking now and then, for a few months at a time, but it was not on principle, it was only to show off; it was to pulverize those critics who said I was a slave to my habits and couldn't break my bonds.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Mark Twain Himself: A Pictorial Biography
This book offers a comprehensive look at the life of Mark Twain through a collection of photographs and illustrations, providing insight into his personal life, literary career, and the historical context of his time. more
Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist in the 19th century. His works are characterized by humor, satire, and profound social insight, with notable novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. more
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