Moments With Mark Twain
by Mark Twain
'Moments With Mark Twain' Summary
Moments With Mark Twain is a collection of some of the most memorable and quotable passages from the works of the great American humorist. The selections are arranged chronologically, providing a glimpse into the development of Twain's thought and writing style over time. Here are some of the highlights: - From "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer": Tom's hilarious attempt to whitewash the fence, his adventures with Huck Finn, and his encounter with Injun Joe. - From "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn": Huck's journey down the Mississippi River with Jim, their encounters with con men and slave catchers, and their ultimate escape to freedom. - From "The Prince and the Pauper": The story of two boys who exchange identities, one a prince and the other a pauper, and the adventures that ensue. - From "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court": The tale of a 19th-century engineer who is transported back to the time of King Arthur and his attempts to modernize the kingdom.Book Details
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