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- The Personal And Literary Life Of Samuel Langhorne Clemens (1912)

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""Mark Twain, A Biography V2: The Personal And Literary Life Of Samuel Langhorne Clemens"" is a comprehensive biography of the famous American author, Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens. Written by Albert Bigelow Paine in 1912, this book is the second volume of a two-part series that delves into the life of one of America's most beloved literary figures.The book covers Mark Twain's personal and literary life, from his childhood in Missouri to his travels around the world as a celebrated author and speaker. Paine provides a detailed account of Twain's family background, his education, his early career as a journalist, and his rise to fame as a writer.The book also explores Twain's personal life, including his marriage to Olivia Langdon, his relationship with his children, and his friendships with other writers and artists of the time. Paine delves into Twain's struggles with depression and his efforts to overcome it, as well as his involvement in social and political issues of the day.Throughout the book, Paine provides insight into Twain's creative process, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how he wrote some of his most famous works, including ""The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"" and ""Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."" The book also includes excerpts from Twain's letters and unpublished manuscripts, giving readers a glimpse into his private thoughts and feelings.Overall, ""Mark Twain, A Biography V2: The Personal And Literary Life Of Samuel Langhorne Clemens"" is a fascinating and comprehensive look at the life of one of America's greatest literary icons. It offers a wealth of information and insights into Twain's life and work, making it a must-read for anyone interested in American literature or the history of the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.With Letters, Comments And Incidental Writings Hitherto Unpublished; Also New Episodes, Anecdotes, Etc. In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164461012
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 600
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. September 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x38 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 1043 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 17. Juli 2024
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""Mark Twain, A Biography V2: The Personal And Literary Life Of Samuel Langhorne Clemens"" is a comprehensive biography of the famous American author, Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens. Written by Albert Bigelow Paine in 1912, this book is the second volume of a two-part series that delves into the life of one of America's most beloved literary figures.The book covers Mark Twain's personal and literary life, from his childhood in Missouri to his travels around the world as a celebrated author and speaker. Paine provides a detailed account of Twain's family background, his education, his early career as a journalist, and his rise to fame as a writer.The book also explores Twain's personal life, including his marriage to Olivia Langdon, his relationship with his children, and his friendships with other writers and artists of the time. Paine delves into Twain's struggles with depression and his efforts to overcome it, as well as his involvement in social and political issues of the day.Throughout the book, Paine provides insight into Twain's creative process, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how he wrote some of his most famous works, including ""The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"" and ""Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."" The book also includes excerpts from Twain's letters and unpublished manuscripts, giving readers a glimpse into his private thoughts and feelings.Overall, ""Mark Twain, A Biography V2: The Personal And Literary Life Of Samuel Langhorne Clemens"" is a fascinating and comprehensive look at the life of one of America's greatest literary icons. It offers a wealth of information and insights into Twain's life and work, making it a must-read for anyone interested in American literature or the history of the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.With Letters, Comments And Incidental Writings Hitherto Unpublished; Also New Episodes, Anecdotes, Etc. In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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