Mark Twain's Letters — Volume 5 (1901-1906) by Mark Twain
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"Mark Twain's Letters — Volume 5 (1901-1906)" by Mark Twain is a collection of personal letters penned during the early 20th century, showcasing a significant period in the author's life. The letters reflect Twain's evolution from a humorous storyteller to a vocal reformer, addressing various social and political issues of his time, such as the Philippine-American War and the assassination of President McKinley. Through these correspondences, readers can gain insights into Twain's
friendships, thoughts, and the complex personal struggles he faced alongside his public life. At the start of this volume, Twain expresses a more serious tone compared to his earlier works. The opening letters are primarily addressed to his close friend Rev. Joseph Twichell, revealing Twain's candid views on societal issues, his own health, and the trials his family faced, particularly concerning his wife’s declining health. He discusses incidents from his life, such as his return from Europe, his involvement in social reform, and the impact of various events on his outlook. The letters weave together humor, personal philosophy, and poignant reflections, creating an engaging narrative that deepens our understanding of Mark Twain not just as a writer, but as an influential figure in American cultural discourse during his later years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
|---|---|
| Compiler | Paine, Albert Bigelow, 1861-1937 |
| Title | Mark Twain's Letters — Volume 5 (1901-1906) |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 19th century -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3197 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03197-2 |
| Release Date | Sep 19, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1036 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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