“Shall we go on conferring our Civilization upon the peoples that sit in darkness, or shall we give those poor things a rest?”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
The Portable Mark Twain
This portable volume offers readers a convenient way to access a selection of Mark Twain's most celebrated writings. It includes extracts from his classic novels, such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', as well as insightful essays and humorous sketches that showcase Twain's wit and social commentary. The book is formatted for easy reading and is ideal for readers who wish to explore the works of this influential author in a compact format. 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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