Publisher's Synopsis
Mark Twain's Humor: The Image Of A World is a book written by Pascal Covici Jr. that delves into the humor of the renowned American author, Mark Twain. The book explores the ways in which Twain's humor was shaped by his experiences and observations of the world around him, including his travels, his interactions with people from different walks of life, and his own personal struggles.Covici Jr. examines Twain's use of satire, irony, and other comedic techniques to comment on the social, political, and cultural issues of his time. He also explores the ways in which Twain's humor evolved over the course of his career, from his early days as a journalist and travel writer to his later works, such as The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court.Throughout the book, Covici Jr. provides numerous examples of Twain's humor, including excerpts from his writings and speeches, as well as anecdotes about his life and the people he knew. He also discusses the ways in which Twain's humor has influenced other writers and comedians over the years.Overall, Mark Twain's Humor: The Image Of A World is a comprehensive and insightful examination of one of America's most beloved authors and his enduring legacy of humor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
