MARK TWAIN

TOM SAWYER

• The Adventures of Tom Sawyer was written in 1876.
• Uses the same characters as other major works by Twain.

HUCKLEBERRY FINN

• The first book published by Twain's own publishing company.
• Written in 1884
• Inspired by Twain's childhood experiences & acquaintances

LIFE ON THE MISSISSIPPI

• Was inspired by Twain's own experiences as a steamboat pilot.
• Written in 1883
• Informational text on the history, life, and prosperity on the Mississippi.

FOLLOWING THE EQUATOR

• Inspired by Twain's world travels
• Fifth and final travel book
• Written in 1897

THE INNOCENCE ABROAD

• Twain's first book
• Inspired by Twain's travel letters
• Written in 1869

INSPIRATION

• Was inspired by his own travels
• Writing style inspired by Artemus Ward
• Also inspired by his southern upbringing

CITATIONS