The Boys' Life of Mark Twain is a captivating and enlightening biography that provides a detailed account of the early life of one of America's most beloved authors. Albert Bigelow Paine skillfully weaves together anecdotes, personal recollections, and historical context to paint a vivid picture of Samuel Clemens's formative years.

The book delves into Clemens's childhood in Missouri, his experiences as a young apprentice in the printing trade, and his early adventures as a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River. Paine captures the essence of Clemens's irreverent humor, adventurous spirit, and keen observational skills, shedding light on the influences that would shape his later work as Mark Twain.

Through Paine's engaging narrative and insightful commentary, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the man behind the literary legend. The Boys' Life of Mark Twain is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of America's most iconic writers.

Book Description:

Albert Bigelow Paine was Samuel Langhorne Clemens’ (Mark Twain’s) biographer. He lived with Twain, collecting ideas and material for a biography, for a few years before Twain’s death in 1910. Six years later Paine published this “story of a man who made the world laugh and love him.”

For those who have read or listened to Mark Twain’s works, Paine’s work is an invaluable resource to better understand Twain, the stories behind his stories and his life with those he loved and with whom he worked.