The Life and Work of Mark Twain

This series of 24 lectures offers a comprehensive look at Mark Twain, exploring both his celebrated literary works and his complex, private life. While highlighting his major writings such as "Huckleberry Finn" and "Tom Sawyer," the course also delves into Twain's personal struggles with doubt, despair, and misanthropy, revealing a deeper, more introspective side of the iconic author. Through analyzing unpublished manuscripts and biographical details, students gain a nuanced understanding of Twain's enduring legacy as both a literary giant and a human being.