Autobiography of Mark Twain, Vol 1 and 2: The Complete and Authoritative Editions[mobi/epub][INFERNO]

Format: mobi/epub
Length: 965/776 pages
Genre: Biography
Published: 15 November 2010/5 October 2013

Autobiography of Mark Twain, Volume 1 (The Complete and Authoritative Edition) (2010)

The year 2010 marked the 100th anniversary of Mark Twain?s death. In celebration of this important milestone and in honor of the cherished tradition of publishing Mark Twain's works, UC Press published Autobiography of Mark Twain, Volume 1, the first of a projected three-volume edition of the complete, uncensored autobiography. The book became an immediate bestseller and was hailed as the capstone of the life?s work of America's favorite author.

Autobiography of Mark Twain, Volume 2 (The Complete and Authoritative Edition) (2013)

Mark Twain's complete, uncensored Autobiography was an instant bestseller when the first volume was published in 2010, on the centennial of the author's death, as he requested. Published to rave reviews, the Autobiography was hailed as the capstone of Twain's career. It captures his authentic and unsuppressed voice, speaking clearly from the grave and brimming with humor, ideas, and opinions.

The eagerly-awaited Volume 2 delves deeper into Mark Twain's life, uncovering the many roles he played in his private and public worlds. Filled with his characteristic blend of humor and ire, the narrative ranges effortlessly across the contemporary scene. He shares his views on writing and speaking, his preoccupation with money, and his contempt for the politics and politicians of his day. Affectionate and scathing by turns, his intractable curiosity and candor are everywhere on view.