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“The signs of excessive indulgence in this destructive pastime are easily detectable. They are these: A disposition to eat, to drink, to smoke, to meet together convivially, to laugh, to joke, and tell indelicate stories— and mainly, a yearning to paint pictures.”

Quote by Mark Twain

Book:Collected Tales, Sketches, Speeches & Essays: 1852-1890

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Collected Tales, Sketches, Speeches & Essays: 1852-1890

This collection brings together a diverse range of written works, showcasing the author's versatility and depth of thought over a significant period of time. more

Author

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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