| Author |
Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
| Title |
Sketches New and Old, Part 3.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sketches_New_and_Old
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| Contents |
Disgraceful persecution of a boy -- The judge's "spirited woman" -- Information wanted -- Some learned fables, for good old boys and girls -- My late senatorial secretaryship -- A fashion item -- Riley, Newspaper correspondent -- A fine old man -- Science vs. luck.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Sketches New and Old, Part 3" by Mark Twain is a collection of narrative essays written in the mid to late 19th century. This book showcases Twain’s signature humor and incisive social commentary, exploring various themes related to human nature, justice, and society. Within these sketches, Twain provides a keen critique of societal norms, often through satirical observations and anecdotes, reflecting the attitudes of his time. The book includes several notable pieces, like "Disgraceful Persecution of a Boy," which highlights the injustices faced by marginalized groups, particularly the Chinese immigrants in San Francisco, as seen through the eyes of a young boy. Twain argues against the cruelty of societal norms that condone the mistreatment of those considered weak. Other sketches delve into comical tales about a spirited Mexican woman seeking justice for her husband's murder, the absurdities faced in politics, and the humor derived from mundane aspects of life. Twain’s blend of social critique and humor invites readers to reflect on the follies of humanity, urging them to consider the impact of both personal and societal injustices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories, American
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5838 |
| Release Date |
Jun 26, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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