The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County and Other Stories

Released: March 27, 2000
Length: 4 hrs 26 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Recorded Books

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"The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," originally published in 1865, showcases Mark Twain's exceptional storytelling and humor through the tale of Jim Smiley, a passionate gambler with a mischievous pet frog. The story, along with other classic Twain short works like "A True Story" and "Extracts from Adam's Diary," offers a humorous glimpse into human nature and clever storytelling.

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