Twain, Mark

Roughing It (American Library)

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ISBN 13:
9780140390100
author:
Twain, Mark
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
1982
Pages:
592
Genre:
19th century fiction
Condition:
New
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Roughing It by Mark Twain is a vivid and humorous account of the author's adventures in the American West during the 1860s. Twain recounts his experiences as a prospector, newspaperman, and traveler, weaving together tall tales and sketches of unforgettable characters. In this fictionalized account, Twain pokes fun at regional humorists and showcases his unique ability to render regional speech with accuracy. However, Roughing It also serves as a commentary on the American dream and Twain's own rejection of the romanticized image of the West. Published by Penguin Classics, this edition features an introduction and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, providing authoritative insights into Twain's work.

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