My Mark Twain The contributions that Mark Twain made to society and literature are remarkable. America was defining itself into an influential nation; through Mark Twain's writings he gave definition to what it meant to be an American. Using cutting and accurate humor, he attracted a range of readers and audiences. Twain stunned the world with his brilliance and talent. Ernest Hemingway, a fellow American author, felt that all American fiction was influenced by The …showed first 75 words of 1946 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1946 total…his daughter Clara, Mark Twain left the world saying "Good-by. If we meet...." and then he was gone from his life. Ironically coming into the world and leaving both during Haley's comet shows the fascinating and captivating aspects of his life. Leaving behind an immense legacy, Twains influence on American literature and society is still evident today. He remains instantly recognizable by the people not only in America, but also around the world. Word count: 2,032