The Singular Mark Twain

The Singular Mark Twain: A Biography

Autor*innen

• Fred Kaplan

Parameter

• 768 Seiten
• 27 Lesestunden

• Biografien & Memoiren
• Geschichte
• Sachliteratur

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Focusing on the life of a literary giant, this biography presents a vivid portrayal of Mark Twain, highlighting his role as a storyteller and satirist. Fred Kaplan explores Twain's impact on American culture, from coining "the Gilded Age" to his outspoken views on racism and imperialism. The narrative delves into Twain's diverse roles as a writer, businessman, and inventor, illustrating his unique personality and enduring influence in literature. Kaplan asserts that Twain remains an unparalleled figure in American literary history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2005
• Einband: Paperback