The Complete Travelogues of Mark Twain - 5 Books in One Edition (eBook)
1600 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776244-7 (EAN)
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens on November 30, 1835, in Florida, Missouri, was a towering figure in American literature. His wit, satirical acumen, and narrative style have had a significant influence on various authors who followed. Twain is best known for novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' (1876) and its sequel 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' (1884), the latter often called 'The Great American Novel.' Twain's literary career, however, was not restricted to juvenile fiction. He was an avid traveler, and his keen observations were skillfully incorporated into his lesser-known travel narratives, such as those compiled in 'The Complete Travelogues of Mark Twain - 5 Books in One Edition.' Twain embarked on a series of travelogues, including 'The Innocents Abroad' (1869), 'Roughing It' (1872), 'A Tramp Abroad' (1880), 'Following the Equator' (1897), and 'Life on the Mississippi' (1883), offering a unique blend of personal anecdote, social satire, and historical critique. His travel writing showcased his exceptional ability to intertwine humor with sharp social commentary, making his work timeless. His unparalleled storytelling skills earned him an honorary doctorate in Literature from Oxford University in 1907. Twain spent his last years battling personal losses and financial difficulties, yet he remained a prolific writer until his death on April 21, 1910. His contributions to literature solidify his undying legacy as a master storyteller and an astute social commentator.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 23.12.2023 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Anthologien |
Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton | |
Schlagworte | 19th century travel literature • a connecticut yankee in king arthur's court • American Humor • Anarchic Travelogue • classic american literature • cultural critique • Cultural exploration narratives • Great American novelists • Historical compendium • historical travel accounts • Humorous travel tales • Journalistic Assignments • Literary travelogues • literary wit • Mark Twain travel writing • new world exploration • old world customs • On Masturbation • pudd'nhead wilson • Samuel Clemens adventures • Satirical observations • The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn • The Adventures of Tom Sawyer • the prince and the pauper • Travel essays and critiques • Travel writing |
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