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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Paris Can Be Intimidating-But It Has Great Butter

Humor is a timeless quality in literature, as highlighted in Twain's work and Weaver's modern exploration.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

An Innocent Abroad in Mark Twain's Paris

Mark Twain's journey to Paris led to the creation of The Innocents Abroad and the stereotype of the Ugly American tourist.
from48 hills
2 months ago

Donald Trump, Mark Twain, and another Gilded Age - 48 hills

Mark Twain's life as a social critic, journalist, and satirist is at risk of being misrepresented and negated by current political figures who misconstrue his advocacy for diversity and inclusion.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Inside the mind of Mark Twain: Obsessive author and arrogant genius

Twain's complexity extended beyond humor; he sought revenge on critics through 'Huckleberry Finn' but was restrained by his wife.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Inside the mind of Mark Twain: Obsessive author and arrogant genius

Twain's complexity extended beyond humor; he sought revenge on critics through 'Huckleberry Finn' but was restrained by his wife.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

6 new books this week showcase top talent: Ocean Vuong, Ron Chernow and Dave Barry

Mark Twain's early career was filled with diverse but failed pursuits before becoming a celebrated novelist.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
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The Not at All Funny Life of Mark Twain

Twain's personal life was marred by gullibility and emotional immaturity despite his literary genius.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

6 new books this week showcase top talent: Ocean Vuong, Ron Chernow and Dave Barry

Mark Twain's early career was filled with diverse but failed pursuits before becoming a celebrated novelist.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mark Twain by Ron Chernow review the story of America's first literary celebrity, from the author of Hamilton

Mark Twain was a celebrated literary figure who blended performance with writing, influencing American literature profoundly.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

The Impossible Contradictions of Mark Twain

Mark Twain's characters reflect the complexities and tensions of American identity.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: April 21, Prince dead at age 57

Today marks the anniversaries of significant historical events and notable births, including the death of Prince and the Battle of San Jacinto.
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fromVulture
4 months ago

Val Kilmer, Batman Forever and Top Gun Star, Dead at 65

Val Kilmer, celebrated actor known for diverse roles, died on April 1, 2023, at 65 due to pneumonia and had battled throat cancer since 2014.
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