“Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please.”
Quote by Mark Twain
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Bite-Size Twain: Wit and Wisdom from the Literary Legend
This book presents a curated selection of Mark Twain's most memorable and insightful quotes, offering readers a glimpse into the wit and wisdom of one of America's greatest literary figures. The selections are drawn from Twain's novels, essays, and speeches, providing a snapshot of his enduring influence on the English language and American culture. 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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