Any reader who loves a good book will relish the vicarious experience of traveling with Twain, his wife, Livy, and Clara, one of their three daughters as they tour the world on the lecture circuit. It's important to understand the necessity of the trip: Twain was 60, facing bankruptcy, and signed on for the lecture tour in order to pay off his debt. The grueling schedule and unpredictable travel accommodations take no toll...
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The only thing I would add to the other positive reviews is that the book is just riddled with political and social commentary - wonderfully scathing, far ahead of its time, and subtely presented at that. Jingoism is derided, missionary zeal seen from the perspective of the injured convert, colonialism unmasked, feminism promoted .... other ills rought by the west are put in perspective as well through good storytelling...
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This book made me quit my job and follow my dreams. Twain tells the tale in elaborate detail. If you have ever dreamed of traviling the world read this book!!! I also recomend Jimmy Buffet A priate looks at fifty I bet it will also be a classic.
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This book is Da Bomb! If you have any imagination at all, you will revel in the splendors of Mark Twain's globe-trotting true-life adventures as he humorously observes humankind of the 19th century and brings it to life here in the 21st century.Pssst! The paperback is the best buy. Steer clear of the hardback version, it is overpriced and a big disappointment.A definite collector's item for Twainers.
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This book made me quit my job and follow my dreams. Twain tells the tale in elaborate detail. If you have ever dreamed of traviling the world read this book!!! I also recomend Jimmy Buffet A priate looks at fifty I bet it will also be a classic.
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