The Masterpieces of World Fiction series brings together the best-loved short stories by the great masters of the genre from Chekov and Maupassant, Kipling and Wilde, to O. Henry and Saki and Tolstoy and Conrad. Thoughtfully compiled by the bestselling author Terry O' Brien, this series is a great way for readers to revisit old favorites and for introducing literary masterpieces to newer, younger readers.
Mark Twain
Mark Twain
Mark Twain (1835–1910) was one of the most influential writers in world literature. His real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens, and he was born on November 30, 1835, in Missouri, USA.
He is best known for his classic novels, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” (1876) and “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” (1885), which are considered among the greatest works of American literature. His writing style is characterized by humour, satire, and sharp social criticism.
Twain began his career as a journalist and gradually became a novelist, satirist, and lecturer. He was known for his candid commentary on American society, politics, and racial issues.
He passed away on April 21, 1910, but his works continue to inspire readers worldwide. He is often referred to as the “Father of American Literature.”
Mark Twain
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