1835-1910

Contains twelve critical essays describing Twain's linguistic achievements, his image of the self, and Huck Finn's role as an American hero.

Contains the text of the novel, letters about the composition and publication of the novel, and critical essays.

Sketches Twain's life and links his personal successes and tragedies to his work.

Contains the complete text of "Huckleberry Finn" and eighteen essays that address three major controversies that surround the novel, including sexual orientation, Mark Twain's ending, and racism.

Presents a biography of nineteenth-century American writer and humorist, Mark Twain, and chronicles his personal and professional life, including information on the landscape and events of his day, describing Twain as he lived.

Mark Twain relates the boyhood experiences on the Mississippi that led to his ambition to be a river-boat pilot.

A biography of the American humorist and writer whose writing greatly reflected the events of his life particularly his boyhood in Hannibal, Missouri.

Covers the biography of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, historical background, the plot and characters of Huckleberry Finn, and includes a literary analysis of the book.

Examines the personal life and literary career of the American author of many well known books, including the somewhat controversial title, "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.".

Discusses the life, works, and legacy of Mark Twain, the most successful author of his day.