Mark Twain: A Biography. Volume III, Part 2: 1907-1910

Name: Mark Twain: A Biography. Volume III, Part 2: 1907-1910
Author: Albert Bigelow Paine

By Albert Bigelow Paine

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The volume chronicles Mark Twain's activities from 1907 to 1910, recounting visits to Bermuda and to longtime friends, journeys along the Mississippi, and the eclipse of those early companions by age and death. It records the conferral of an Oxford honorary degree, a transatlantic voyage marked by public receptions and social obligations, and the author's preparations and reflections for the trip. Personal reminiscence threads through accounts of adopting younger companions after bereavement, shipboard entertainments, and errands to gather reminiscences from vanishing Hannibal acquaintances, combining travelogue, memoir, and descriptions of ceremonies and honors.

About the Author

Albert Bigelow Paine

Albert Bigelow Paine was an American author and biographer, best known for his works that capture the essence of childhood and Americana. He wrote a variety of books, including children's literature such as "Peanut": The Story of a Boy and the beloved Hollow Tree series. Paine also made significant contributions to the literary legacy of Mark Twain, penning a comprehensive biography that spans Twain's life and career. His writing often reflects a deep appreciation for nature and the simplicity of rural life, as seen in works like Dwellers in Arcady: The Story of an Abandoned Farm. Through his diverse body of work, Paine has left a lasting impact on American literature.