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“There are some books that refuse to be written. They stand their ground year after year and will not be persuaded. It isn't because the book is not there and worth being written -- it is only because the right form of the story does not present itself. There is only one right form for a story and if you fail to find that form the story will not tell itself.”

Quote by Mark Twain

Book:Mark Twain's Satires and Burlesques
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Mark Twain's Satires and Burlesques

This compilation includes various short stories, essays, and sketches that satirize contemporary society and human nature, reflecting Mark Twain's sharp observations and humorous style. more

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Mark Twain
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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