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Work

Mark Twain in Eruption (Abridged, Annotated)

The volume includes a selection of Twain's letters, sketches, and other uncollected works, providing a glimpse into his personal thoughts and experiences. more

Author

Mark Twain
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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