The Prescient Mark Twain

In this book, we walk with Mark Twain down a path-with the 19th century on our left side, and the 21st century on our right-as he comments on the people, events, and issues of his day that surprisingly resonate today. We mark Twain's words as he "gives" his unique perspective on today's prominent voices in politics, business, journalism, science and popular culture. The result: We see our world anew from the timeless perspective of a beloved icon of American culture.The book is illustrated with period piece photographs and editorial cartoons from his time, providing the necessary historical context.The result: a thought-provoking collection of Twain quotations that not only helps us understand our history but enables us to understand our time as well.