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Life on the Mississippi

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Mark Twain

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3,7(3)Abgeben

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294 Seiten
11 Lesestunden

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The narrative offers a nostalgic glimpse into the life of a young steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River, blending history with personal memoir. Twain recounts his apprenticeship under Horace E. Bixby and romanticizes his youthful adventures. The second half captures a post-Civil War journey from St. Louis to New Orleans, filled with humor and tall tales that reflect a bygone era. This work not only showcases Twain's storytelling prowess but also solidifies his status as a leading humorist of 19th century America.