“It is sound statesmanship to add two battleships every time our neighbour adds one and two stories to our skyscrapers every time he piles a new one on top of his to threaten our light. There is no limit to this soundness but the sky.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Collected Tales, Sketches, Speeches & Essays: 1891-1910
This collection brings together a variety of written works spanning the years 1891 to 1910, showcasing the author's diverse range of literary and oratorial skills. 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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