“I have not professionally dealt in truth. Many when they come to die have spent all the truth that was in them, and enter the next world as paupers. I have saved up enough to make an astonishment there.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Mark Twain's Own Autobiography: The Chapters from the North American Review
Mark Twain's Own Autobiography is a compilation of his personal essays and anecdotes, offering insights into his life and thoughts. The book provides a glimpse into the author's experiences and perspectives, reflecting on his time and the society of his era. 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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