“A monarch, when good, is entitled to the consideration which we accord to a pirate who keeps Sunday School between crimes; when bad, he is entitled to none at all.”
Quote by Mark Twain
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Mark Twain's Notebooks & Journals, Volume III: (1883-1891)
Comprising entries from 1883 to 1891, this third volume of Mark Twain's notebooks and journals provides a detailed look into the personal reflections and observations of the renowned author. It includes his musings on various subjects, personal anecdotes, and insights into his writing process, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of one of America's most celebrated writers during a significant part of his life. more
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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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