Publisher's Synopsis
""What Is Man? And Other Essays"" is a collection of essays by the American author Mark Twain. The book was first published in 1906 and includes a total of six essays. The title essay, ""What Is Man?"", is a philosophical exploration of human nature and the concept of free will. In this essay, Twain argues that humans are not truly free and that our actions are determined by our environment and upbringing.The other essays in the collection cover a range of topics, including politics, religion, and social commentary. ""The Death of Jean"" is a poignant reflection on the death of Twain's daughter, while ""The War Prayer"" is a scathing critique of war and the hypocrisy of those who pray for victory. ""The United States of Lyncherdom"" is a condemnation of the practice of lynching in the American South, while ""The Czar's Soliloquy"" is a satirical piece in which the Russian ruler reflects on his power and his people.Overall, ""What Is Man? And Other Essays"" is a thought-provoking collection of essays that showcases Twain's wit, humor, and keen insight into the human condition. It is a must-read for fans of Twain's work and anyone interested in American literature and philosophy.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.
