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Christian Science is a religion founded by Mary Baker Eddy in the United States during the 19th century. Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a well-known American writer and humorist during the same period. While Mark Twain is often remembered for his satirical and critical views on religion, including Christian Science, he was not a proponent of the faith. In fact, he expressed skepticism and criticism of Christian Science and its teachings.Mark Twain's most well-known work that addresses Christian Science is a short story titled "Christian Science," published in 1907. In this story, Twain humorously and satirically critiques the beliefs and practices of Christian Science. He portrays a character who becomes enamored with the faith and its healing powers but ultimately encounters absurd and comical situations in his attempts to apply its principles.Mark Twain's views on religion, including his critiques of Christian Science, were often rooted in his skepticism and his penchant for using humor and satire to comment on various aspects of society. "Christian Science" is just one example of his satirical take on religious beliefs and practices.It's important to note that Mark Twain's writings on Christian Science were not a reflection of support for the religion but rather a form of commentary and critique, in line with his larger body of work known for its social commentary and humor.

Elle dit que ce n'étaient pas des pommes, mais plutôt des châtaignes.she says they weren't apples, but instead that they were chestnutsJ'ai dit que j'étais innocent puisque je n'avais pas mangé de châtaignesI said I was innocent since I had not eaten any chestnutsmais le Serpent l'informa que châtaignier pouvait aussi avoir un sens figuratifbut the Serpent informed her that "chestnut" could also have a figurative meaningElle dit qu'une châtaigne peut être une blague vieillie et moisieshe says a chestnut can be an aged and mouldy jokeJe suis devenu pâle à cette définitionI turned pale at this definitionparce que j'ai fait beaucoup de blagues pour passer le temps fatiguébecause I have made many jokes to pass the weary timeEt certaines d'entre elles mes blagues auraient pu être de la variété châtaigneand some of them my jokes could have been of the chestnut varietymais j'avais honnêtement supposé que c'étaient de nouvelles blagues quand je les ai faitesbut I had honestly supposed that they were new jokes when I made themElle m'a demandé si j'avais fait des blagues juste au moment de la catastrophe.She asked me if I had made any jokes just at the time of the catastropheJ'ai été obligé d'admettre que je m'étais fait une blagueI was obliged to admit that I had made a joke to myselfmême si je n'ai pas fait la blague à haute voixalthough I did not make the joke aloudJe pensais aux cascadesI was thinking about the waterfalls Comme c'est merveilleux de voir ce vaste plan d'eau tomber là-bas! "How wonderful it is to see that vast body of water tumble down there!"Puis, en un instant, une pensée brillante m'est venue à l'esprit.Then in an instant a bright thought flashed into my head Ce serait beaucoup plus merveilleux de voir l'eau dégringoler dans la cascade! "It would be a great deal more wonderful to see the water tumble up the waterfall!"J'étais sur le point de mourir de rire quand toute la nature s'est déchaînéeI was just about to die from laughing when all nature broke loose

"A Double-Barreled Detective Story" is a unique work by Mark Twain that combines elements of a detective story with humor and satire. The story is set in the fictional town of Hadleyburg and revolves around the characters of Sherlock Holmes and Tom Sawyer. However, they are not the famous characters from their respective stories but rather children who share the names of those iconic figures.The plot centers on the mysterious and bizarre events in the town, including the theft of a large diamond. Sherlock Holmes, who happens to be a child in this story, is determined to solve the case. He teams up with Tom Sawyer, who is now a newspaper editor, to unravel the mystery and catch the culprits.As the story unfolds, it explores themes of deception, identity, and the absurdity of human nature. Twain uses his signature wit and humor to comment on society and human behavior, making this novel a satirical and entertaining read.In "A Double-Barreled Detective Story," Mark Twain delivers a playful and unconventional take on the detective genre, offering readers a delightful blend of humor, mystery, and social commentary.

"A Horse's Tale" is a unique and humorous work by Mark Twain, narrated from the perspective of Buffalo Bill's horse. The story is set in the American West during the late 19th century and provides a satirical look at the events and characters of that time.The novel's central character is Soldier Boy, Buffalo Bill's prized horse, who offers a witty and often sardonic commentary on the adventures and misadventures he experiences while serving as the steed of the famous frontiersman. Through Soldier Boy's eyes, readers are exposed to the quirks and foibles of the human characters he encounters, including Buffalo Bill himself, as well as Native American tribes, military figures, and various other individuals.As Soldier Boy recounts his various escapades, the novel touches on themes such as the clash of cultures in the American West, the treatment of Native Americans, and the absurdities of human behavior. Twain's signature humor and wit are on full display as he uses the horse's perspective to lampoon societal norms and human folly."A Horse's Tale" is not as well-known as some of Twain's other works, but it offers an entertaining and unconventional narrative that provides insight into the author's satirical style and his fascination with the American frontier. It's a delightful read for those interested in Twain's unique storytelling and his ability to view the world through an unexpected lens.

The story begins with Hank Morgan, a practical and modern-day (19th century) engineer from Connecticut, who is suddenly transported back in time to the medieval era, specifically to the time of King Arthur's court. Hank, who becomes known as "The Boss" due to his knowledge and inventions, finds himself in a land of knights, castles, and magic.Hank's practical and scientific mindset clashes with the superstitious and medieval world he now inhabits. He uses his knowledge of science and technology to introduce innovations and reforms in King Arthur's kingdom. He attempts to modernize the society by implementing things like telegraph lines, factories, and schools.However, Hank's efforts to bring progress to the kingdom are met with resistance from traditionalists and religious authorities. His attempts at reform and modernization often lead to unintended consequences and conflicts.Throughout the novel, Hank faces various challenges, including his interactions with historical figures like Merlin and his efforts to change the course of history. He also becomes romantically involved with a woman named Sandy, who becomes his ally in his quest for progress.

Auf 40 Exemplare limitierte Vorzugsausgabe mit signiertem und nummeriertem Multiple: Emaille-Schild (in Deutschland handgefertigt), Künstlertasche und Buch.Seine Kritik an der deutschen Sprache beginnt Twain mit der Feststellung, dass es keine andere Sprache gebe, die so ungeordnet und unsystematisch sei wie die deutsche. In einer intensiven Auseinandersetzung mit der deutschen Sprache hat sich die aus Detroit stammende Lizzie Roberts mit diesem faszinierenden Text auseinandergesetzt. In ihre Illustrationen fließen viele Jahre ihres eigenen Erlernens der deutschen Sprache ein.All Texts in German and Englisch

"Tom Sawyer Abroad" is a classic novel written by Mark Twain, following the adventures of the iconic character Tom Sawyer, along with his friends Huck Finn and Jim, as they embark on a fantastical journey across the globe. This novel is a sequel to Twain's earlier works, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."In "Tom Sawyer Abroad," Tom, Huck, and Jim find themselves in St. Petersburg, Missouri, reminiscing about their previous adventures. They come across a scientific lecture by Professor Challenger, who claims that humans have the ability to fly. Tom becomes captivated by the idea of flight and persuades his friends to join him on a balloon trip to explore the world.The trio sets off on a grand adventure, but things take an unexpected turn when their hot air balloon is caught in a storm and carried away. They find themselves traveling over vast oceans and encountering various challenges and surprises along the way. From navigating uncharted territories to meeting strange and humorous characters, the story takes readers on a whirlwind tour of the world."Tom Sawyer Abroad" combines Twain's trademark wit, humor, and social commentary with a fantastical and adventurous narrative. It explores themes of curiosity, exploration, and the unpredictability of life's journeys. As the trio faces the unknown, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and the importance of adaptability.

"Tom Sawyer, Detective" is a classic novel written by Mark Twain, and it serves as a sequel to his famous work, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." In this story, readers are reunited with Tom Sawyer and his friend Huck Finn as they embark on a new adventure, this time playing detectives.The narrative takes place in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, Missouri, where Tom and Huck find themselves entangled in a murder mystery. When a house in their town is robbed and a man is killed, suspicion falls on a stranger named "No. 44." Tom and Huck, with their insatiable curiosity and youthful bravado, decide to become amateur detectives and solve the case.As they delve into the mystery, they encounter a cast of intriguing characters, each with their own secrets and motives. Tom Sawyer, known for his cleverness and resourcefulness, takes the lead in unraveling the clues and uncovering the truth behind the crime."Tom Sawyer, Detective" is a story that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and humor. Mark Twain's storytelling prowess shines as he weaves a tale that keeps readers engaged while also providing social commentary on the complexities of human nature and society.The novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of young boys turned detectives, showcasing their unique perspectives and the camaraderie between Tom and Huck. Throughout their investigation, they navigate various challenges, including danger, deception, and unexpected twists, all of which contribute to the story's suspense and excitement.

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Esta novela corta es una muestra perfecta del relampagueante talento narrativo de Mark Twain. De ritmo vivaz, peripecia fácil, personajes rápidamemente delineados y trama adornada por el habitual humor socarrón de Twain, Tom Sawyer, detective es un policiaco clásico de factura impecable. Influida sin duda por la obra de Conan Doyle, en ella Tom se muestra como un detective deductivo de primer orden, acompañado de su fiel Huk Finn, que ejercerá con entusiasmo el papel de doctor Watson, narrando la historia y asistiendo asombrado, como corresponde, a las portentosas capacidades deductivas de su amigo.

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YESTERNIGHT toke her maiste ye queene a fantasie such as she sometimes hath, and had to her closet certain that doe write playes, bokes, and such like, these being my lord Bacon, his worship Sir Walter Ralegh, Mr. Ben Jonson, and ye child Francis Beaumonte, which being but sixteen, hath yet turned his hand to ye doing of ye Lattin masters into our Englishe tong, with grete discretion and much applaus. Also came with these ye famous Shaxpur. A righte straunge mixing truly of mighty blode with mean, ye more in especial since ye queenes grace was present, as likewise these following, to wit: Ye Duchess of Bilgewater, twenty-six yeres of age; ye Countesse of Granby, thirty; her doter, ye Lady Helen, fifteen; as also these two maides of honor, to-wit, ye Lady Margery Boothy, sixty-five, and ye Lady Alice Dilberry, turned seventy, she being two yeres ye queenes graces elder.

THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Pioneer West, by Mark Twain. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419147315.

Is Shakespeare Dead? is a short, semi-autobiographical work by American humorist Mark Twain. It explores the controversy over the authorship of the Shakespearean literary canon via satire, anecdote, and extensive quotation of contemporary authors on the subject. It was published in April 1909 by Harper & Brothers, twelve months before Mark Twain's death. The book attracted controversy for incorporating a chapter from The Shakespeare Problem Restated by George Greenwood without permission or proper credit, an oversight Twain blamed on the accidental omission of a footnote by the printer. The book has been described as "one of his least well received and most misunderstood works." Although she admits that Twain appears to have been sincere in his beliefs concerning Shakespeare, Karen Lystra argues that the essay reveals satirical intentions that went beyond the Shakespeare-Bacon controversy of the time. Though it is commonly assumed to be nothing more than a stale and embarrassing rehash of the Shakespeare-Bacon controversy, Twain was up to something more than flimsy literary criticism. He was using the debate over Shakespeare's real identity to satirize prejudice, intolerance, and self-importance-in himself as well as others.... But after his passionate diatribe against the "Stratfordolators" and his vigorous support of the Baconians, he cheerfully admits that both sides are built on inference. Leaving no doubt about his satirical intent, Twain then gleefully subverts his entire argument. After seeming to be a serious, even angry, combatant, he denies that he intended to convince anyone that Shakespeare was not the real author of his works. "It would grieve me to know that any one could think so injuriously of me, so uncomplimentarily, so unadmiringly of me," he writes mockingly. "Would I be so soft as that, after having known the human race familiarly for nearly seventy-four years?" We get our beliefs at second hand, he explains, "we reason none of them out for ourselves. It is the way we are made." Twain has set a trap-an elaborate joke at the expense of what he scornfully refers to as the "Reasoning Race." He is satirizing the need to win an argument when it is virtually impossible to convince anyone to change sides in almost any debate. His excessive rhetoric of attack is obviously absurd-calling the other side "thugs," for example-yet it has been taken at face value.

Clearly a literary great, Mark Twain used his gift many years ago with this classic story, "A Dog's Tale." Enjoy Twain's imagination as you discover what life is like for an indoor dog. -Richard Foster Classics Collection-

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Pudd'nhead Wilson is a novel by Mark Twain. It was serialized in The Century Magazine (1893-4), before being published as a novel in 1894.The setting is the fictional Missouri frontier town of Dawson's Landing on the banks of the Mississippi River in the first half of the 19th century. David Wilson, a young lawyer, moves to town and a clever remark of his is misunderstood, which causes locals to brand him a "pudd'nhead" (nitwit). His hobby of collecting fingerprints does not raise his standing in the townsfolk's eyes, who see him as an eccentric and do not frequent his law practice. Pudd'nhead Wilson moves into the background as the focus shifts to the slave Roxy, her son, and the family they serve. Roxy is only one-sixteenth black, and her son Valet de Chambre (referred to as "Chambers") is only 1/32 black. Roxy is principally charged with caring for her inattentive master's infant son Tom Driscoll, who is the same age as her own son. After fellow slaves are caught stealing and are nearly sold "down the river", to a master further south, Roxy fears for her life and the life of her son. First she decides to kill herself and Chambers to avoid being sold down the river, but then decides instead to switch Chambers and Tom in their cribs so that her son will live a life of privilege.

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Mark Twain nous décrit, avec beaucoup de talent, les frasques et mésaventures de Tom Sawyer, jeune garçon à l'esprit vif et débordant d'imagination, élevé par sa tante, au bord du Mississipi. Tom ne loupe pas une occasion de se distinguer pour plaire à la jolie Becky, et il est toujours prêt pour vivre des aventures en compagnie de son inséparable ami Huckleberry Finn, fils de l'ivrogne du village. Un soir dans un cimetière, Tom et Huck sont témoins d'un meurtre.

This classic Mark Twain work is a collection of short stories and includes the following: THE CURIOUS REPUBLIC OF GONDOUR, A MEMORY, INTRODUCTORY TO MEMORAND, ABOUT SMELLS, A COUPLE OF SAD EXPERIENCES

Containing the original story (in english), a french translation which was published in la Revue des Deux Mondes and which Twain finds to be a travesty of the original text, and Twain's re-translation of the french back into english, word for word (this is where things degenerate). A masterpiece of babelfishien nonsense dating from well before babelfish was even a gleam in the binary code of its creator (1903). Best appreciated if you can read both French and English, but even if you skip the french version it's truly brilliant. If you have ever translated random text using babelfish just because it's funny, don't miss this book. As good old Samuel Clemens himself put it in his foreword "I cannot speak the French language, but I can translate very well, though not fast, I being self-educated."

The Innocents Abroad, or The New Pilgrims' Progress is a travel book by American author Mark Twain published in 1869 which humorously chronicles what Twain called his "Great Pleasure Excursion" on board the chartered vessel Quaker City (formerly USS Quaker City) through Europe and the Holy Land with a group of American travelers in 1867. It was the best-selling of Twain's works during his lifetime, as well as one of the best-selling travel books of all time

The Celebrated Jumping Frog Of Calaveras County BY Mark Twain [ZHINGOORA BOOKS]