Samuel Langhorne Clemens or as he is known Mark Twain is best known for his novels and short stories. Twain uses his incredible whit to depict life in America. His books Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn have been read by school children for generations. His life on the Mississippi River has peeked the imagination of boys to go and build a raft and sale off into unknown adventures. Twain was also an orator. Twain was an actor able to deliver a speech in such a way that his audience gained much from hearing him deliver the words. A few of the speeches in this large collection include The story of a speech, Plymouth Rock and the pilgrims, Compliments and degrees, Books, authors, and hats, Dedication speech, and The horrors of the German language.
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens in 1835, was an American writer and humorist known for his sharp wit and satire. He is best known for his novels "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," which are considered classics of American literature. Twain's writing style is characterized by his use of vernacular language and his keen observations of human nature. He is credited with helping to shape the American literary tradition and is often referred to as the "father of American literature." Twain's works continue to be studied and celebrated for their humor, social commentary, and enduring relevance.