| Author |
Paine, Albert Bigelow, 1861-1937 |
| Title |
Mark Twain: A Biography. Volume III, Part 2: 1907-1910
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Mark Twain: A Biography. Volume III, Part 2: 1907-1910" by Albert Bigelow Paine is a historical account crafted during the early 20th century. The biography explores the later years of Samuel Clemens, known as Mark Twain, as he navigates personal and professional milestones, including his academic recognition from Oxford University, reflecting the interplay between his public persona and private experiences. At the start of the biography, Twain's journey to Bermuda with his friend Twichell highlights nostalgia for their past while framing their present reflections on aging. As he prepares for a significant honor from Oxford, the narrative establishes Twain's complex emotions regarding fame and legacy, interspersed with visits to old friends who are nearing the end of their lives. The opening portion illustrates a blend of humor and heartfelt introspection, setting the tone for a detailed exploration of Twain’s later public engagements and personal relationships, encapsulating both celebration and melancholy as he faces the twilight of his illustrious career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
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| Subject |
Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
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| Subject |
Journalists -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Humorists, American -- 19th century -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2987 |
| Release Date |
Oct 4, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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