Life on the Mississippi, Part 6. by Mark Twain

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Author Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
Title Life on the Mississippi, Part 6.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Life on the Mississippi, Part 6" by Mark Twain is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This part of Twain's work narrates his experiences and observations while navigating the Mississippi River during a time of significant social and historical changes brought on by the Civil War. The book captures various elements of life along the river, including tales of battles, feuds, and the evolving landscape of river navigation. In this section, Twain recounts a series of conversations and anecdotes shared between pilots, passengers, and locals, revealing a rich tapestry of life along the river. The narrative provides insights into the psychological impacts of wartime experiences, particularly through the confessions of a war pilot who faced his first battle with a mix of fear and bravado. Twain discusses the infamous feuds between families, the changes in the river's geography due to war and flooding, and the observations he makes about the loneliness and solitude experienced on the banks of the Mississippi. Through vivid imagery and humor, he paints a detailed picture of the river's significance and the lives intertwined with it, reflecting on both the beauty and devastation it brings. (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. 8476
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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