A wry, people-filled voyage through memory, travel, and small-town schemes, told with Twain’s dry, irresistible humor.
In this brisk, episodic stroll from New Haven to the open sea, Mark Twain sketches scenes of idle wanderings, sharp observations, and sly mischief. The narrator meets unlikely companions, from graveyard plot buyers to shipboard talkers, turning ordinary moments into comic social commentary.
Across playful vignettes and candid dialogue, the book blends travel, humor, and a keen eye for human foibles. It revels in casual intimacy, late-night musings, and a narrator who treats life’s absurdities with a twinkling, half-serious voice.
Ideal for readers of classic American travel sketches and Twain’s witty, observational style.
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Excerpt from An Idle Excursion
Well, I'm a comin' to that, John. You see No.8 was thirteen dollars, No. 9 fourteen'
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Nearly every day he interested himself in some article of my clothing. One would hardly have expected this sort of infatuation in a man who always wore the same suit, and it a suit that. Seemed coeval with the Conquest.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an enchanting exploration of a leisurely trip taken by the author and their companion, a reverend, providing a glimpse into a world where the pressures of time and the demands of modern life are left behind. Setting sail from New York, the author ventures into the uncharted waters of relaxation and discovery, finding themselves immersed in a realm of tranquility aboard a majestic steamship. As the journey unfolds, the author delves into captivating conversations with fellow passengers, each encounter revealing a unique perspective on life, the human condition, and the wonders of the natural world. Through rich dialogue and vivid descriptions, this book transports readers into the heart of an era where the pace of life was slower and the beauty of the present moment took precedence. Ultimately, this book invites readers to embrace the forgotten art of relaxation, reminding us that true fulfillment lies in savoring the journey, not just the destination. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781334678127_0
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