How to Tell a Story and Other Essays

Released: January 24, 2012
Length: 47 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Audible Studios

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In How to Tell a Story and Other Essays, Mark Twain explores the art of storytelling, emphasizing the distinctions between humor, comic, and witty as different cultural qualities. The collection features Twain’s insights and examples of storytelling, along with intriguing anecdotes about "mental telegraphy," reflecting his sharp wit and keen observations.

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