Roughing It
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Mark Twain
Binding: Hardback
Published: TIME LIFE BOOKS, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Roughing It chronicles Mark Twain's adventurous journey through the American West during the 1860s, offering a vivid and often humorous account of his experiences as a prospector, journalist, and lecturer. This classic work of travel literature presents a satirical look at frontier life, capturing the rugged landscapes, eccentric characters, and the spirit of a nation in expansion. Twain's signature wit and keen observations illuminate the challenges and absurdities of the era, from silver mining in Nevada to the cultural tapestry of Hawaii. The narrative illustrates the author's personal growth and transformation amidst the untamed wilderness, making it a timeless reflection on American identity and the pursuit of fortune. It remains a foundational text for understanding the post-Civil War American West through the eyes of one of its most celebrated literary figures.
Author: Mark Twain
Binding: Hardback
Published: TIME LIFE BOOKS, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Roughing It chronicles Mark Twain's adventurous journey through the American West during the 1860s, offering a vivid and often humorous account of his experiences as a prospector, journalist, and lecturer. This classic work of travel literature presents a satirical look at frontier life, capturing the rugged landscapes, eccentric characters, and the spirit of a nation in expansion. Twain's signature wit and keen observations illuminate the challenges and absurdities of the era, from silver mining in Nevada to the cultural tapestry of Hawaii. The narrative illustrates the author's personal growth and transformation amidst the untamed wilderness, making it a timeless reflection on American identity and the pursuit of fortune. It remains a foundational text for understanding the post-Civil War American West through the eyes of one of its most celebrated literary figures.