“A woman springs a sudden reproach upon you which provokes a hot retort, and then she will presently ask you to apologize.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Mark Twain's notebook
This notebook contains a variety of entries, including Twain's musings on life, observations of society, and reflections on his own work. It provides a glimpse into the mind of one of America's most influential writers. 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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