| Author |
Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
| Title |
Life on the Mississippi, Part 4.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Life on the Mississippi, Part 4" by Mark Twain is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This work delves into the life of steamboat pilots on the Mississippi River, outlining the thrilling and often dangerous world of steam navigation during this period. The narrative captures not only the technicalities of navigation but also the social dynamics and eccentricities of those who worked on the river. In this section, Twain recounts the exhilarating and competitive nature of steamboat racing and the rigors faced by pilots. He presents vivid scenes filled with bustling activity as boats depart New Orleans, emphasizing the excitement that surrounds steamboat races, where crews and spectators alike are swept into the fervor. The tales include various races, the means by which pilots ensured their boats would perform optimally, and the calculations involved in balancing weight to maximize speed. Twain also shares stories of notorious pilots and incidents that illuminate the character of river life, including humor and misfortune associated with this unique profession. Overall, the narrative serves as a window into an iconic era of American river commerce and the colorful figures who thrived within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Mississippi River -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Mississippi River Valley -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
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| Subject |
Pilots and pilotage -- Mississippi River
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| Subject |
Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 -- Travel -- Mississippi River
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8474 |
| Release Date |
Jul 9, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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