“Reputation is a hall-mark: it can remove doubt from pure silver, and it can also make the plated article pass for pure.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
The Letters of Mark Twain
This comprehensive volume includes letters spanning several decades, providing a detailed look at Mark Twain's thoughts, experiences, and interactions with friends, family, and colleagues. The letters cover a wide range of topics, from personal anecdotes to reflections on the social and political issues 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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