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Literary Fiction· United States

Life on the Mississippi

by Mark Twain
Aggregate Editorial Score55/100
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Published 1883English
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Published in 1883, Life on the Mississippi established Mark Twain as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. A celebrated work of literary fiction, Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain (1883) offers an unflinching examination of the human condition.

Book Details

AuthorMark Twain
Published1883
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score55/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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🇺🇸 United States

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Who wrote Life on the Mississippi?

Life on the Mississippi was written by Mark Twain, first published in 1883. Mark Twain is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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