Mark Twain

Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in 1835, is widely regarded as one of America's greatest writers and humorists. Growing up along the Mississippi River, he drew inspiration from his experiences as a riverboat pilot, gold prospector, and newspaper reporter. Twain's sharp wit and keen observations of human nature are reflected in his beloved novels, most notably "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and its sequel, "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." These works not only entertain but also explore the complexities of race, identity, and morality in America during the 19th century.

Twain's unique voice and storytelling ability have left a lasting impact on literature, making him a cherished figure in the Western canon. His playful yet poignant writing invites readers to reflect on life's deeper truths while enjoying a good laugh. As you explore his works in this app, you'll find a treasure trove of insights and adventures that continue to resonate with readers today. Dive into Twain's world and discover the timeless charm of his storytelling!

The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories (Version 2)

Read by John Greenman 4.6
The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories is a 1906 collection of 30 comic short stories by American humorist and writer Mark Twain. Published j…

A Horse's Tale (Version 2)

Read by John Greenman 4.7
A Horse's Tale is a novel by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens), written partially in the voice of Soldier Boy, who is Buffalo Bill's favorite hors…

Sketches New and Old

Read by John Greenman 4.5
This collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain was published in 1882. Among other sketches, it contains "The Jumping Frog" in the or…

The American Claimant

Read by John Greenman 4.8
The American Claimant is an 1892 novel by American humorist and writer Mark Twain. The story focuses on the class differences and expectatio…

A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court

Read by Steve Andersen 4.6
Come and hear the strange tale of The Boss Hank Morgan, a modern day (at the time of publication) Connecticut Yankee who inexplicably finds …

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

Read by John Greenman 4.7
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (published 1876) is a very well-known and popular story concerning American youth. Mark Twain's lively tale of …

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Dramatic Reading)

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Growing up on the banks of the Mississippi river, a mischievous boy named Tom Sawyer spends his days getting into one scrape after another. …

Anti-imperialist Writings

Read by John Greenman 4.5
Anti-imperialist Writings presents a thought-provoking collection of Mark Twain's reflections on imperialism, drawn from his diverse body of…

The Prince and the Pauper (Version 4 - Dramatic Reading)

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The Prince and the Pauper tells the story of two young boys who are identical in appearance: Tom Canty, a pauper who lives with his abusive …

The Man that Corrupted Hadleyburg and Other Stories

Read by John Greenman 4.1
The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg is a sharp and satirical exploration of morality and hypocrisy, penned by the renowned Mark Twain. Set in …

Mark Twain's Letters from Hawaii

Read by John Greenman 4.6
By the time Mark Twain worked as a roving reporter for the Sacramento Union, he had held positions with other newspapers in Nevada and Calif…

Mark Twain: The Complete Interviews

Read by John Greenman 4.9
This collection of the 258 known, publicly-printed interviews of Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens) was compiled by Gary Scharnhorst and …

Europe and Elsewhere

Read by John Greenman 4.8
This collection of articles came from Mark Twain's travels and experiences abroad. While many had been previously published, there also were…

The Letters of Mark Twain, Complete

Read by James K. White 4.8
These letters were arranged in two volumes by Albert Bigelow Paine, Samuel L. Clemens's literary executor, as a supplement to Mark Twain, A …

The Mysterious Stranger and Other Stories (version 2)

Read by John Greenman 4.5
The Mysterious Stranger and Other Stories showcases Mark Twain's profound exploration of human nature and morality through a collection of t…

Alonzo Fitz and Other Stories

Read by John Greenman 4.5
In Alonzo Fitz and Other Stories, Mark Twain showcases his signature wit and keen observation through a delightful collection of short stori…

The Awful German Language (version 2)

Read by Kirsten Wever 4.7
This long essay is a work of mock philology, one of several appendices to Twain’s travel novel, A Tramp Abroad. In it, Twain explains, compl…

Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (version 2)

Read by Mark F. Smith 4.8
In The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Mark Twain creates an entertaining adventure of Middle America in the 1800's - afloat on a raft on th…

Eve’s Diary (version 2)

Read by John Greenman 4.6
Eve's Diary is a comic short story by Mark Twain. It was first published in the 1905 Christmas issue of the magazine Harper's Bazaar, and in…

Mark Twain's Speeches, Part 1

Read by John Greenman 4.8
Spanning the time between 1872 and the year before he died, this collection of after-dinner speeches, random thoughts to "the press&quo…

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