Life on the Mississippi

Mark Twain

Jan 2017 · Author's Republic · Narrated by John Greenman

About this audiobook

"Life on the Mississippi" is a memoir by Mark Twain of his days as a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River before the American Civil War, and also a travel book, recounting his trip along the Mississippi River from St. Louis to New Orleans many years after the War.

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Life on the Mississippi is a captivating memoir by Mark Twain, originally published in 1883. In this autobiographical work, Twain reflects on his experiences as a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River before the Civil War and his subsequent return to the river as a passenger aboard a steamboat years later.

Through Twain's eyes, readers gain insight into the social, economic, and cultural dynamics of 19th-century America. Twain provides commentary on issues such as slavery, race relations, and the impact of technological advancements on river life, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the era.

Twain's narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of the people, places, and events he encounters along the Mississippi River. From the bustling river towns to the majestic steamboats that plied its waters, Twain brings the river to life with his richly detailed prose.