Life on the Mississippi, Part 1. by Mark Twain

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Author Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
Title Life on the Mississippi, Part 1.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Life on the Mississippi, Part 1" by Mark Twain is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the history, geography, and cultural significance of the Mississippi River, exploring its physical characteristics, historical events, and the people who traversed it. It is an engaging examination of one of America's most notable waterways and its impact on the nation. In the first part of the book, Twain vividly describes the Mississippi River, detailing its remarkable features and the role it has played in American history. He recounts the early explorations of the river, highlighting figures such as Hernando de Soto, who was the first European to glimpse it, and the later expeditions led by Marquette and Joliet. Twain captures the majestic and sometimes chaotic essence of river life, discussing the transition from keelboats to steamboats and bringing to life the personalities that inhabited the river's banks. Through anecdotes and observations, Twain reflects on his youthful ambition to become a steamboat pilot, illustrating the dreams and challenges faced by those who lived and worked on the ever-changing Mississippi. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Mississippi River -- Description and travel
Subject Mississippi River Valley -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Pilots and pilotage -- Mississippi River
Subject Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 -- Travel -- Mississippi River
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EBook-No. 8471
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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