Mark Twain remains one of the most beloved and influential figures in American history. First and foremost, he was a great novelist. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is often called the quintessential American novel—the book that launched modern American literature. … Continue reading
A Seemingly Impossible Connection At first glance, the question seems absurd. What could a 19th-century humorist from Missouri possibly have to do with the 1954 Supreme Court decision that dismantled segregation in public schools? As it turns out, quite a … Continue reading
The History of Political Satire – From Mark Twin To Stephen Colbert “Politicians and diapers should both be changed regularly and for the same reason,” or so said America’s first great political satirist, Mark Twain. Although the history of political … Continue reading
The History of Political Satire – From Mark Twin To Stephen Colbert “Politicians and diapers should both be changed regularly, and for the same reason” or so said America’s first great political satirist, Mark Twain. Although the history of political satire in … Continue reading
Mark Twain is truly an American treasure. First and foremost, he was a great novelist. “Huckleberry Finn” is often called the quintessential American novel and the book that began modern American writing. His other works, including “Tom Sawyer” & “A … Continue reading