“The humorist who invented trial by jury played a colossal practical joke upon the world, but since we have the system we ought to try and respect it. A thing which is not thoroughly easy to do, when we reflect that by command of the law a criminal juror must be an intellectual vacuum, attached to a melting heart and perfectly macaronian bowels of compassion.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
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
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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