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Author
Publisher
Penguin Books
Pub. Date
2012.
Physical Desc
xlv, 493 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"An intimate look at Mark Twain that only he himself could offerA must-have for all lovers of Mark Twain, this selection of his autobiographical writings opens a rare window onto the writer's life, particularly his early years. Born on November 30, 1835, in Florida, Missouri, Samuel Langhorne Clemens first used the pseudonym Mark Twain while a journalist in Nevada in 1863. When his first major book, The Innocents Abroad, appeared six years later,...
Author
Publisher
Blackstone Audio
Pub. Date
[2010]
Edition
The complete and authoritative edition.
Physical Desc
20 CDs (25 hr.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Considered to be one of America's all-time brightest authors, Mark Twain has left his mark on the literary world. Authoring such gems as "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, " Twain's insight on the ever-evolving and expanding America gave the world a better understanding on the social issues that plagued the country. Here in his own words, Twain chronicles his life and career, offering some perspectives on how his books were created.
Author
Publisher
Blackstone Audio, Inc
Pub. Date
[2013]
Edition
Complete and authoritative edition.
Physical Desc
21 CDs (approximately 26.5 hr.) : CD audio, digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Mark Twain's complete, uncensored autobiography was an instant bestseller when the first volume was published in 2010, on the centennial of his death. The second volume delves deeper into Twain's life, uncovering the many roles he played in his private and public worlds. Filled with his characteristic blend of humor and ire, the narrative ranges effortlessly across the contemporary scene. He shares his views on writing and speaking, and his contempt...
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