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Mark Twain: A Tramp Abroad, Following The Equator, Other Travels (Library Of America No. 200)
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It Was As A Humorous Travel Writer, In The Innocents Abroad And Roughing It, That Mark Twain First Became Widely Known, And At The Height Of His Career He Returned To The Genre In The Works Collected Here. Like Those Earlier Books, The Frequently Hilarious A Tramp Abroad (1880)Based On His Family'S 16Month Sojourn In Europe From April 1878 To August 1879Blends Autobiography And Fiction, Facts And Tall Tales. Twain'S Sendup Of Old World Customs As Well As His Critical Dissections Of Wagnerian Opera And The German Language Are Often Interlaced With American Reminiscences, Whether In The Form Of An Extended Discourse On The Language Of Blue Jays Or The Recollection Of An Elaborate Practical Joke In Hannibal, Missouri, Involving A Printer'S Devil And A Skeleton. A Tramp Abroad Is Presented Here With The Author'S Original Sketches.Written At A Time Of Financial Trouble And Personal Loss (The Death Of The Author'S Beloved Daughter Susy), Following The Equator (1897) Is A Darker And More Politicized Account Of A Lecture Tour Around The World, With Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Ceylon, India, Mauritius, And South Africa Among The Stopovers. Using Humorous But Often Biting Anecdotes As Well As Keen Journalist Reporting, The Book Details Bush Life In Australia And The Culture Of The Maoris In New Zealand, While Lashing Out At Social Inequities Such As The Indian Caste System, And Racist Imperialism Connected With European Settlement And Gold Mining In Southern Africa. Twain Rounds Out The Volume With Extensive Historical Accounts Ranging From The Black Hole Of Calcutta To The Events In South Africa That Would Lead Shortly To The Boer War.This Volume Also Includes 13 Shorter Pieces, Most Of Them Uncollected By The Author, Including A Lengthy Firsthand Narrative Of The Shah Of Persia'S 1873 Visit To London, An 1891 Description Of Richard Wagner'S Operas Performed At Bayreuth, An 1897 Account Of Queen Victoria'S Jubilee In London, And An 1898 Analysis Of Vitriolic Austrian Parliamentary Proceedings. The Texts Of Several Of These Other Travels Are Presented In Newly Corrected And Fully Restored Versions.Library Of America Is An Independent Nonprofit Cultural Organization Founded In 1979 To Preserve Our Nations Literary Heritage By Publishing, And Keeping Permanently In Print, Americas Best And Most Significant Writing. The Library Of America Series Includes More Than 300 Volumes To Date, Authoritative Editions That Average 1,000 Pages In Length, Feature Cloth Covers, Sewn Bindings, And Ribbon Markers, And Are Printed On Premium Acidfree Paper That Will Last For Centuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Tramp Abroad' by Mark Twain? A: 'A Tramp Abroad' primarily focuses on Mark Twain's humorous observations during his 16-month trip across Europe, blending autobiography with fiction and highlighting cultural differences.
- Q: How does 'Following the Equator' differ from 'A Tramp Abroad'? A: 'Following the Equator' presents a darker and more politically charged narrative, reflecting Twain's experiences during a lecture tour around the world, addressing social injustices and imperialism.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of the book have? A: This edition features a hardcover binding, which provides durability and a classic look, suitable for long-term reading and display.
- Q: Are there any illustrations included in this book? A: Yes, 'A Tramp Abroad' includes the author's original sketches, enhancing the reading experience with visual elements from Twain's travels.
- Q: What additional content is included in this volume? A: The volume includes 13 shorter pieces, many previously uncollected, such as Twain's firsthand narrative of the shah of Persia's visit to London and accounts of significant events during his time.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on March 4, 2010.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Mark Twain, a renowned American writer known for his wit and social commentary.
- Q: What is the page count for this edition? A: This edition has a total of 1050 pages, providing an extensive collection of Twain's travel writings.
- Q: How is the text quality of this volume? A: The texts in this volume are presented in newly corrected and fully restored versions, ensuring a high-quality reading experience.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, this book can be used for academic purposes, as it is part of the Library of America series, which publishes authoritative editions of significant American writings.