twain, mark

"This fictionized biography tells the story of the boyhood and youth of [author-humorist] Samuel Clemens ending with his becoming a river pilot....Emphasis is on the Mississippi River and its influence on his life.".

Mark Twain's account of his transformation into a Westerner when he joins his brother, a newly appointed federal official in Nevada.

Twain returns to Europe, joined by characters based on his friends, on an eccentric journey through Germany, Switzerland, and Italy.

An account of life on the Mississippi in the old steamboat days and Twain's experiences as a pilot.

A collection of critical essays discussing the themes and style displayed in Mark Twain's 1876 novel and includes biographical information about Twain.