“Tom said to himself that it was not such a hollow world, after all. He had discovered a great law of human action, without knowing it -- namely, that in order to make a man or a boy covet a thing, it is only necessary to make the thing difficult to attain.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Tom Sawyer & Huckleberry Finn
This novel is renowned for its vivid portrayal of childhood, its exploration of themes such as friendship, morality, and social class, and its use of humor and satire. It is considered a cornerstone of American literature and has influenced countless works in the genre. 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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