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Mark Twain is one of America’s most beloved and celebrated authors. His stories and novels have captivated readers for generations, and his wit and humor are still as fresh and entertaining today as they were when he first wrote them. But would you read more of Mark Twain’s writings even if they were not assigned in a course? Why or why not?
The answer to this question depends on a few different factors. For some people, the answer is a resounding “yes!” They love Mark Twain’s writing style and the way he captures the essence of American life and culture. They find his stories to be entertaining, thought-provoking, and often hilarious. These readers would eagerly pick up any of Twain’s books and dive right in, regardless of whether or not they were assigned to read them.
For others, however, the answer might be a bit more hesitant. Perhaps they have read some of Twain’s work in the past and found it to be dry, boring, or difficult to understand. Maybe they prefer other authors or genres and simply don’t have an interest in reading more of Twain’s writings. In this case, they might not be as likely to seek out his books on their own.
Regardless of which camp you fall into, it’s important to remember that reading is a personal choice. You should read what you enjoy and what interests you, rather than feeling obligated to read something just because it’s considered a classic or because it’s assigned in a course. If you’re a fan of Mark Twain’s writing style and enjoy his stories, then by all means, read more of his work! But if you don’t particularly enjoy his writing or don’t find it to be your cup of tea, there’s no need to force yourself to read it.
While it’s important to acknowledge and understand the problematic aspects of Twain’s work, it’s also worth noting that his writing reflects the attitudes and beliefs of the time period in which he lived. Twain was writing during a time of deep-seated racism and segregation, and his work reflects the biases and prejudices of that era.
At the same time, however, Twain’s writing also challenges and subverts many of the social norms and conventions of his time. He often used humor and satire to critique the hypocrisies and injustices of American society, including the treatment of marginalized groups such as African Americans and Native Americans.
I personally like a challenge, so whenever it comes to understanding the way that the author thinks I like to dissect every angle and scenario. I also have a genre preference that I’m more appealed reading to, but since I’m an open minded person I’m willing to read certain things that wouldn’t a peak my interest right away. Although Mark Twains books aren’t of my interests, I am willing to understand the culture and the message that the author is trying to convey out to his readers. If I had a choice, I wouldn’t go for reading Mark Twain’s books right away, but I’d still read it if need be, or if I’m willing to try opening up to it.
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