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A 5 page paper which examines the life and times of
Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain), the main influences in his life, and his contribution to
literature. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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5 pages (~225 words per page)
File: JR7_RAclemns.rtf
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who served to strongly influence the literary world of his day, an influence that is still felt today. His work was bold, simple, sarcastic, and witty. It was intelligent and
reminiscent. Prior to his works we saw literature that was far more serious and perhaps far less entertaining. After Twain it seemed acceptable to condemn ignorance, and revere wit. In
the following paper we examine the strength and influence of Clemens by first discussing his life and times, then his influences, and finally discussing his contribution to the world of
literature. Life and Times "Mark Twain was born Samuel Langhorne Clemens to John and Jane Clemens in Missouri, close to the Mississippi River. Samuel Clemens had a memorable
childhood, much of which is reflected in his best-known works, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" (Anonymous Mark Twain: (1835-1910) , 2001; twain.html). He worked
in a newspaper, with his brother Orion, at a relatively early age, and then moved on to more forms of employment, always seeking to experience life and adventure. "He has
become known to many as the rambler because of this inclination to travel to different places and gain new experiences. His next vocation was to become licensed as a steamboat
pilot on the Mississippi River" which is where he came up with his literary name, Mark Twain (Anonymous Mark Twain: (1835-1910) , 2001; twain.html). After the Civil War
he went west with his brother, to Nevada where he wrote for at least four newspapers. His works, his wit and satire, were admired and were a fresh release from
the traditional newspaper works of the time. "After leaving Nevada, Twain took up his travels, continuing to be employed by a variety of newspapers that were interested in his humorous
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