Mark Twain at the Buffalo Express (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780875805856)

In August 1869 Mark Twain acquired part ownership of the Buffalo Express. During the following eighteen months, he wrote some of his best short pieces, humorous sketches, rants, and commentaries. Mark Twain at the "Buffalo Express" collects these complete and unabridged writings for the first time.

Twain's writings for the Buffalo Express crackle with his trademark energy, wit, and insight, illuminating his literary and intellectual journey during a seldom-studied period in his life. From these articles Twain cultivated themes and characters that later appeared in his best-known works. Everyone who loves Mark Twain will love Mark Twain at the "Buffalo Express."

Author: Mark Twain
ISBN-10: 087580585X
ISBN-13: 9780875805856
Publisher: Northern Illinois University Press
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2000
Pages: 357
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.80d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2000 pg. 198