Mark Twain's birth anniversary: Revisiting the iconic author's best books
Mark Twain remains one of literature's most revered authors, his contributions standing as remarkable pillars in the literary world. Even today, his stories are known and remembered for their jocularity, interesting plots, and memorable characters that can easily give modern-day writers a run for their money. On the legendary humorist's birth anniversary, let us honor his legacy by revisiting his top books.
'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer'
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer will take you back to your school days, one page at a time. The plot revolves around a young schoolboy named Thomas Sawyer who stays with Aunt Polly and is known for his mischief. As he skips his school, Polly punishes him by asking him to whitewash the fence. He cons the neighborhood boys to do as he relaxes.
'Roughing It'
This one is a semi-autobiographical book that was published back in 1872. It is said to be the prequel of Twain's first book The Innocents Abroad. Besides giving readers an idea about the sequel, this book captures the adventures of Twain that he experienced before he boarded a cruise. His impressive sense of humor easily makes this novel a cut above the rest.
'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a book that you won't be able to put down. It's about race, identity, freedom, and humanity that is explored by a young, smart boy named Huckleberry Finn. He fakes his murder to escape his alcoholic, abusive father and unites with Jim, who was a slave on the run. The two join hands for a bounty of adventures.
'A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court'
This book follows a tourist in England, who encounters a mysterious stranger. A fragment of the stranger's story is shared before he entrusts the remaining narrative to a manuscript. As the tourist delves into the manuscript, he uncovers a riveting account. However, upon concluding the story, he finds the stranger on the brink of death, beckoning for his family from the sixth century!
'The Gilded Age'
The Gilded Age differs significantly from Twain's typically humor-laden and mischief-filled novels; this one takes a more serious tone. It acquaints readers with post-Civil War America, characterized by rampant corruption: ruthless bankers, deceptive politicians, and unscrupulous land speculators. The book satirizes the intertwining worlds of greed and politics, infusing humor while delivering factual punches. Check out more such book recommendations.
