A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur's Court
by Mark Twain
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This edition of A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court from Chewana Books offers the reader a distinct perspective on the Mark Twain classic with a detailed biography of the author, including:
Mark Twain before becoming a writer
How Mark Twain got his name
How the best-selling author wound up broke
Tragedies and the depression of the author
What inspired many of his books
A look at the author’s family
And more...
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court blends satire, fantasy, and social commentary. A 19th-Century American, Hank Morgan, a skilled mechanic from Connecticut, is transported to the 6th-Century court of King Arthur in England after being struck on the head. Hank uses his knowledge of modern technology and practical skills to initially gain power and influence, claiming to be a powerful magician. He then attempts to modernize Arthurian society, which led to a clash between progress and tradition after he is faced with resistance from the church and nobility.
Quotes from the book:
“You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.”
― Mark Twain, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
“How empty is theory in the presence of fact!”
― Mark Twain, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
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