TY  - BOOK
AU  - Henderson,Archibald
AU  - Coburn,Alvin Langdon
TI  - Mark Twain
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
KW  - Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
N1  - Release date is 2004-11-01; Produced by David Widger; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Mark Twain" by Archibald Henderson is a biographical account written during the early 20th century. The book explores the life, humor, and literary contributions of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known by his pen name, Mark Twain. It delves into Twain's personal and professional journey, emphasizing his unique place in American literature and his ability to capture the complexities of human nature through humor.  The opening of the biography establishes a deeply personal connection between Henderson and Twain, touching upon the author’s admiration and gratitude for Twain’s literary impact on society. Henderson shares his fond memories of growing up with Twain's stories, framing Twain as not just a humorist but a social reformer and philosopher whose work resonates universally. The introductory segment suggests an exploration of Twain's remarkable evolution from his humble beginnings to his status as a celebrated author, while hinting at the themes of humor, human experience, and societal commentary that define Twain's literary legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6873
ER  -