“There are times when one would like to hang the whole human race, and finish the farce.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court
Mark Twain's novel features a 19th-century American mechanic transported back in time to the court of King Arthur, where he applies his modern knowledge and ingenuity to medieval society. 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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