Download or read book The Introspective Art of Mark Twain written by Douglas Anderson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-04-20 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Introspective Art of Mark Twain is a major new assessment of a towering American writer. Seeking to trace the development of Mark Twain's imagination, Douglas Anderson begins near the end of Twain's life, with the long dialogue What Is Man? that Twain published anonymously in 1906. In Twain's view, the little-read What Is Man? lies at the heart of his creative life. It is the central aesthetic testament that he employed to tell the story of his artistic evolution. Anderson follows the contours of that story as it unfolds over Twain's career. The portrait that emerges addresses the full scope of Twain's achievement, drawing on his autobiographical and travel writings, as well as the published and unpublished works of fiction that are by now deeply embedded in the world literary canon. “Steer by the river in your head,” Mark Twain's master pilot, Horace Bixby, once advised him, when the opaque atmosphere of the outer world made it impossible to see the actual Mississippi through which Twain was trying to guide his steamboat. For the purposes of this book, the river in one's head is not a mental construct of the physical world but the riverine networks of consciousness itself: the river that is the mind. The detailed discussions of individual books that structure each chapter direct the attention of Mark Twain's students and admirers, through inward rather than outward channels, toward a fuller appreciation for his legacy.
Download or read book The Introspective Art of Mark Twain written by Douglas Anderson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-04-20 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A new reading of the major themes and concerns of Mark Twain's life and work, tracing the development of his imagination from his earliest works in 1865 to his writings in the early twentieth century"--
Download or read book Mark Twain as a Literary Artist written by Gladys Carmen Bellamy and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2012-09-10 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mark Twain has been the subject of violent disagreement among critics. Most of them have believed that he was an “unconscious artist,” working by impulse. Mark Twain as a Literary Artist shows that Mark Twain was much more the conscious craftsman than is generally believed. Here is revealed Twain’s violent mental conflict, a logical dilemma, which forced much of his work into distorted patterns of thought and structure. Through years of practice he evolved methods to achieve detachment through techniques such as speaking through the lips of Huckleberry Finn or some other childlike person; placing satiric scenes far off in time or space; diminishing the human race to microscopic proportions so that its wrongs could be treated with detachment; and reducing life to a dream in which the greatest wrongs become tolerable because they seem unreal. Mark Twain as a Literary Artist is a mature, thorough, and revealing reassessment of the mind and methods of one of the most controversial figures in American literature.
Download or read book The Art Humor and Humanity of Mark Twain written by Mark Twain and published by . This book was released on 1959 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mark Twain on the Art of Writing written by Mark Twain and published by . This book was released on 1961 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Art of Mark Twain written by William Merriam Gibson and published by New York : Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1976 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Art Humor and Humanity of Mark Twain written by Minnie M. Brashear and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2012-09-10 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mark Twain is revealed here in an entirely new autobiographical light from his own writings as they reflect his career, his thinking, and his humor. This volume captures the grandeur that distinguishes Mark Twain as, in the words of George Bernard Shaw, “by far the greatest American writer.” Made up of short stories and excerpts from Twain’s principal works, this collection demonstrates Twain’s artistry in handling anecdotes, tales, description, and characterization; the fervency of his ethical convictions; his effective use of irony, satire, burlesque, and caricature; and his essential humanity. By arranging the materials in chronological order and weaving them together with critical commentary, the editors present the many facets of Mark Twain’s experience and his dynamic personality with greater continuity than in previous collections of Twain’s writings. Here is the optimism of the young Mark Twain responding to the rough and rugged vitality of the mid-nineteenth-century American scene, and the skepticism and pessimism of the older Mark Twain reacting to the American democratic experiment of the late nineteenth century.
Download or read book The Mark Twain Encyclopedia written by J. R. LeMaster and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1993 with total page 952 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A reference guide to the great American author (1835-1910) for students and general readers. The approximately 740 entries, arranged alphabetically, are essentially a collection of articles, ranging significantly in length and covering a variety of topics pertaining to Twain's life, intellectual milieu, literary career, and achievements. Because so much of Twain's writing reflects Samuel Clemens's personal experience, particular attention is given to the interface between art and life, i.e., between imaginative reconstructions and their factual sources of inspiration. Each entry is accompanied by a selective bibliography to guide readers to sources of additional information. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Download or read book The Routledge Encyclopedia of Mark Twain written by J.R. LeMaster and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 882 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A model reference work that can be used with profit and delight by general readers as well as by more advanced students of Twain. Highly recommended." - Library Journal The Routledge Encyclopedia of Mark Twain includes more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries that cover a full variety of topics on this major American writer's life, intellectual milieu, literary career, and achievements. Because so much of Twain's travel narratives, essays, letters, sketches, autobiography, journalism and fiction reflect his personal experience, particular attention is given to the delicate relationship between art and life, between artistic interpretations and their factual source. This comprehensive resource includes information on: Twain’s life and times: the author's childhood in Missouri and apprenticeship as a riverboat pilot, early career as a journalist in the West, world travels, friendships with well-known figures, reading and education, family life and career Complete Works: including novels, travel narratives, short stories, sketches, burlesques, and essays Significant characters, places, and landmarks Recurring concerns, themes or concepts: such as humor, language; race, war, religion, politics, imperialism, art and science Twain’s sources and influences. Useful for students, researchers, librarians and teachers, this volume features a chronology, a special appendix section tracking the poet's genealogy, and a thorough index. Each entry also includes a bibliography for further study.
Download or read book The Art of Mark Twain written by Andrew Lang and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Spoken Art of Mark Twain written by Paul Lloyd Swanson and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Spoken Art of Mark Twain written by Dora Maye Hobbs and published by . This book was released on 1945 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book On the Decay of the Art of Lying and What Is Man and Other Essays written by Mark Twain and published by . This book was released on 2011-08 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic collection of Twain's essays including On The Decay Of The Art Of Lying, What Is Man?, The Death Of Jean, The Turning-Point Of My Life, How To Make History Dates Stick, The Memorable Assassination, A Scrap Of Curious History, Switzerland, The Cradle Of Liberty, At The Shrine Of St. Wagner, William Dean Howells, English As She Is Taught, On Girls, A Simplified Alphabet, As Concerns Interpreting The Deity, Concerning Tobacco, The Bee, Taming The Bicycle, Is Shakespeare Dead?.
Download or read book Life Meets Art Inside the Homes of the World s Most Creative People written by Sam Lubell and published by Phaidon. This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspiring collection of the extraordinary private spaces of 250 of the world's most creative people, past and present
Download or read book Mark Twain written by Richard Watson Gilder and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 3 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Complete Speeches of Mark Twain written by Mark Twain and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-19 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Complete Speeches of Mark Twain,' readers are treated to a comprehensive collection of Mark Twain's thought-provoking and humorous speeches. With a literary style characterized by wit and satire, Twain's speeches offer a window into the social, political, and cultural issues of his time. Each speech is a masterful blend of entertainment and introspection, showcasing Twain's keen observations and ability to captivate his audience. This book provides invaluable insights into the mind of one of America's most renowned literary figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American literature and the art of public speaking. Mark Twain, known for his iconic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,' was a prolific writer and lecturer. His experiences as a traveler and his keen eye for societal injustices provided the inspiration for his compelling speeches. Twain's unique blend of humor and social commentary set him apart as a truly influential voice in American literature. I highly recommend 'The Complete Speeches of Mark Twain' to readers who appreciate sharp wit, insightful commentary, and a glimpse into the mind of a literary genius. This collection is a treasure trove of wisdom and entertainment that will delight and enlighten readers of all backgrounds.
Download or read book The Evocative Mark Twain Inspires the Printmakers Network of Southern New England written by Printmakers' Network of Southern New England and published by . This book was released on 2022-03-24 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Evocative Mark Twain Inspires the Printmakers' Network of Southern New England is a catalog of an exhibition of 58 fine art prints by 18 contemporary New England printmakers. The exhibition was held at the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, CT from March 24, 2022 to January 23, 2023. Each artist selected authentic quotes of Mark Twain and responded creatively, producing images that referenced Twain's keen observations of the world he lived in, including themes of travel, nature, social ills, and the follies of human behavior.
