Mark Twain

The Collected Shorter Supernatural & Weird Fiction of Mark Twain - Volume 1 A master writer's contribution to the literature of the strange There are few readers who are unfamiliar with the pen-name (which referenced his early career as a pilot on Mississippi River paddle-steamers)of the American author, Samuel Langhorne Clemens-internationally known during his lifetime and perennially since that time as, 'Mark Twain'. Accolades concerning his prowess as a writer are many and not least among them that he was, ' the father of American literature' and.' the greatest humourist the United States has produced'. His characters, Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer are immortal and many of his novels familiar to all having been continually in print, translated into many languages and adapted for radio, stage and motion pictures. Twain was also prodigious author of shorter fiction and unquestionably had a penchant for the odd and peculiar as subject material. Indeed, if this collection included every title by Twain to which that description could be broadly applied it would substantially larger one than this two volume Leonaur collection. So the Leonaur editors have carefully selected those tales which, in their judgement, are furthest away from the normal and every day, but include the most fantastical, bizarre, ominous and haunting themes. This volume also includes 'A Ghost Story', 'The Petrified Man', 'The Undertaker's Chat', 'The Captain's Story' and others, Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.

Tom Sawyer 150! Tom Sawyer elab tädi Polly juures Ameerika Ühendriikide lõunaosas, Mississippi jõe ääres asuvas väikelinnas. Koos oma parima sõbra Huckleberry Finniga satub ta alatasa seiklustesse, mis nõuavad nutikust, julgust ja pealehakkamist. Lustakate juhtumite varjus avanevad aga ka tõsisemad teemad: ausus ja valetamine, julgus ja argus, kättemaks, süütunne ning vastutus. Esmakordselt 1876. aastal ilmunud Mark Twaini noorteromaan on ajatu klassika. See lihtsas ja kergesti loetavas arekeeles kirjutatud raamat sobib ideaalselt noortele lugejatele, kes on oma lugemistee alguses, samuti lugemisraskustega inimestele ja eesti keele õppijatele.

The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County & Other Selected Stories by Mark Twain is a lively and humorous collection that captures the wit, satire, and storytelling genius of one of America's most beloved authors. Anchored by the iconic title story-where a frontier tale of a remarkable frog turns into a hilarious study in exaggeration and gullibility-this volume showcases Twain's sharp eye for human nature, regional dialects, and the absurdities of everyday life. From tall tales and comic sketches to insightful social commentary, these stories reflect Twain's mastery of voice and his deep affection for American life and its eccentric characters. Rich in humor and timeless in appeal, this collection is a joyful celebration of Twain's enduring literary legacy.

Delovityj i bezzastenchivo naporistyj amerikanets kontsa XIX veka iz shtata Konnektikut sluchajnym i volshebnym obrazom popadaet v epokhu britanskogo korolja Artura, v 528 god, gde reshaet oschastlivit "otstaloe Srednevekove" nauchno-tekhnicheskim progressom." Janki iz Konnektikuta pri dvore korolja Artura" - eto samyj ozornoj iz satiricheskikh romanov Marka Tvena.

Extract from Captain Stormfield's visit to heaven offers a humorous yet contemplative portrayal of the afterlife through the adventurous journey of a man who finds himself navigating the strange realities of Heaven. The narrative blends satire and imagination to question traditional views of paradise, revealing a realm governed by bureaucracy, confusion, and unexpected familiarity rather than perfection. As the protagonist encounters celestial officials and bewildered souls, the story exposes the limitations of human expectations about divine order. With clever irony, the tale suggests that even in eternity, individuals carry their tendencies, desires, and sense of identity, making Heaven less an idealized reward and more a continuation of human nature in a different form. The work balances wit and philosophical reflection, transforming comedy into a critique of spiritual misconceptions. Through its lively tone and surreal imagery, it invites readers to reconsider what true happiness and fulfillment might mean beyond life, emphasizing connection and self-awareness over ritual and idealism.

Tom Sawyer abroad follows the adventures of a spirited youth who, restless after his earlier exploits, yearns for new excitement beyond the familiar. Joined by his companions, he devises a daring journey aboard a balloon, hoping to explore distant lands and satisfy his boundless curiosity. Their voyage takes them across deserts and unfamiliar territories, blending wonder with humor as they face both extraordinary sights and unforeseen challenges. The story weaves together playful imagination, satire, and light hearted commentary on exploration and invention. Through the group's contrasting personalities - idealism, practicality, and innocence - the narrative examines the nature of adventure itself, where imagination often triumphs over reality. As their aerial journey unfolds, encounters with exotic environments and unexpected events reveal both the thrills and follies of human ambition. The novel combines adventure and wit in a lively portrayal of curiosity and friendship, capturing the timeless joy of discovery through a lens of humor and youthful daring.