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“A public library is the most enduring of memorials, the trustiest monument for the preservation of an event or a name or an affection; for it, and it only, is respected by wars and revolutions, and survives them.”

Quote by Mark Twain

Book:Mark Twain Speaks for Himself
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Mark Twain Speaks for Himself

This book is a compilation of Mark Twain's personal correspondence, lectures, and other writings, providing a unique perspective on his life, opinions, and the era in which he lived. more

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Mark Twain
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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