Mark Twain
Life on the Mississippi
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"Life on the Mississippi" by Mark Twain is a captivating memoir that captures the essence of America's iconic river. Twain's words come alive with humor and insight, as reflected in his quote: "The Mississippi River will always have its own way; no engineering skill can persuade it to do otherwise." Through his vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Twain immerses readers in the vibrant world of riverboat pilots, the changing landscape, and the timeless allure of the mighty Mississippi. This memoir is a delightful exploration of America's heartland and its irrevocable connection to its iconic waterway.
Publisher: Literal
Language: English
Categories: Amplify, Memoir, Memoir  • 1090L
Published: 1883
Age Rating: Unavailable
Lexile level: 1090
In-book translation: Available

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  • Mark Twain
  • Mr. Parkman
  • Voyagers
  • Song
  • Biggest Man
  • The Child of Calamity
  • Captain
  • Davy
  • Child of Calamity
  • Chap
  • Others
  • Ed
  • Dick Allbright
  • Bob
  • Bill
  • Jimmy
  • One
  • Another
  • Child Of Calamity
  • Big Bob
  • Aleck Hopkins
  • Mate
  • Landsman
  • Mr. Bixby
  • Watchman
  • Visitors
  • Pilot
  • Gorgeous One
  • Somebody
  • Leadsman
  • Mr. W
  • Pilots
  • Voice
  • Mr. X
  • Ealer
  • Tom
  • Mr. Thornburg
  • Young Girl
  • Mr. Thornburg
  • Mr. Brown
  • Someone
  • Engineer
  • Manager
  • Offender
  • Middle Aged Woman
  • Stephen
  • Secretary
  • Remarks
  • Wife
  • New Boss
  • Captain Klinefelter
  • Clerk
  • Man
  • Hon. Charles Augustus Murray,
  • Poem
  • Advertised
  • Uncle Mumford
  • R.N.
  • Mrs. Trollope
  • Captain Marryat
  • Alexander Mackay
  • Captain Basil Hall
  • Murel
  • Book

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