“I never made a success of a lecture delivered in a church yet. People are afraid to laugh in a church. They can't be made to do it in any possible way.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Mark Twain's Letters, Volume 3: 1869
Comprising a selection of correspondence, this book provides a glimpse into the thoughts and experiences of Mark Twain as he navigated the complexities of his career and personal relationships in the late 19th century. 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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