Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) was famous for his wit and wisdom, with books like "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" (1884), "The Innocents Abroad" (1869), "Roughing It" (1872), and other works. The books and other products related to Mark Twain still inspire almost-fanatical devotion after all these years. Here are a few top picks that you can buy yourself, or lay aside for the Mark Twain fan or reader in your life. Read on.
1. The Portable Mark Twain
Whether you've been a fan of Mark Twain for years, or you're just looking for an introduction, "The Portable Mark Twain" is perfect for you. This volume includes "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "How I Edited an Agricultural Journal Once," "Jim Baker's Blue-Jay Yarn," and "A True Story," along with excerpts from a number of Mark Twain's most famous works and the complete text of "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."
2. Mark Twain: Mississippi Writings
This volume presents some of Twain's most famous works: "Tom Sawyer," "Life on the Mississippi," "Huckleberry Finn," and "Pudd'nhead Wilson," from Library of America.3. Mark Twain Omnibus
Along with the illustrations that fill this volume, you'll find a collection of Mark Twain's novels: "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," "The Prince and the Pauper," "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court," and "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." Also, read "Puddn'head Wilson' and a few of Mark Twain's short stories.4. The Best of Hal Holbrook In Mark Twain Tonight!
Hal Holbrook's impersonation of Mark Twain started as a college-honors project, but his one-man theatrical performances was soon awarded a Tony Award, a Drama Critic's Circle Award, an Emmy nomination, and more awards. Discover Hal Holbrook as the great Mark Twain.5. Mark Twain Poster
This poster features a picture of Mark Twain, a Mark Twain quotation, along with a brief discussion of Mark Twain's life and works.6. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
In this audio collection, Dick Hill recreates the voice of Huckleberry Finn. He reminds us why this work still presents such a spectacle after all these years. It's simply unforgettable.7. Mark Twain "Collage Series" 18" x 20" Framed Black and White Photograph
This product features three photographs of Mark Twain, along with a replica signature.8. Complete Essays of Mark Twain
This collection of Mark Twain's essays include: "English as She Is Taught," "What Is Man?," and "Letters to Satan." In all, this collection offers 77 essays.9. Mark Twain "Centennial Series" 18" x 20" Framed Black and White Photograph
This 8'x10' photograph of Mark Twain is the perfect addition to any library (or other room).10. Ken Burns's Mark Twain
This biographical documentary on Mark Twain, by Ken Burns, brings out the tragedies and triumphs of one of America's greatest writers. He documents the important events in Mark Twain's life: birth, youth, adventures, writing, family life, and more. As part of this DVD documentary, Ken Burns interviews Hal Holbrook, Arthur Miller, William Styron, and others.