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Quote by Mark Twain

“Write without pay until somebody offers to pay.”

Quote by Mark Twain

Book:Twain: Collected Tales, Sketches, Speeches, and Essays, Volume 1: 1852-1890

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Twain: Collected Tales, Sketches, Speeches, and Essays, Volume 1: 1852-1890

This volume is a compilation of Mark Twain's early writings, showcasing his wit, humor, and social commentary. It includes a variety of short stories, personal anecdotes, speeches, and essays that reflect his evolving views on American society and culture during the mid-19th century. more

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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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