Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in 1835, was an American writer, humorist, and social critic renowned for his sharp wit and keen observations of human nature. He is best known for classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', which capture the complexities of American society in the 19th century. Twain's unique storytelling style, characterized by humor and a deep understanding of the social issues of his time, has left a lasting impact on American literature. In 1935, celebrations were held to mark the centenary of his birth, highlighting his enduring legacy.
Born on Nov 30, 1835 (189 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 1 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 6,948,445 | 7,112 | $69,000 | 71$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,612 | $56,000 | 43$ |
| Azerbaijan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.18% | +0% | 10,139,175 | 18,171 | $42,000 | 75$ |
| Australia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 13,407 | $1,380,000 | 726$ |
| Bahamas | 1 | 5.00 | 0.29% | +0% | 393,248 | 1,160 | $13,000 | 38$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,638 | $700,000 | 456$ |
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 38,137 | 25 | $6,900 | 5$ |
| Totals | 7 | 53,752,449 | 47,125 | $2,266,900 | 1,414$ |
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Switzerland:
Mark Twain is quoted regarding the importance of experiences over regrets.
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Liechtenstein:
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, is described as the most original character in American history and a significant literary figure.
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Bahamas:
Mark Twain is referenced in the article for his quote about lies and truth.
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Australia:
Mark Twain recounted his days as a steamboat pilot on the river in his memoir, Life on the Mississippi.
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Azerbaijan:
Mark Twain is known as the author of masterpieces like 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Prince and the Pauper'.
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Slovenia:
Ivica Kostelić quoted Mark Twain to emphasize the importance of distinguishing essential needs from noise in life.
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Bulgaria:
Mark Twain is quoted in the text, reflecting on life and death.
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Brazil:
Mark Twain is quoted by Peter Burke regarding the nature of ignorance.
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United States:
Mark Twain’s classic novel is reimagined in Everett’s work.
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Germany:
A saying often attributed to Mark Twain is mentioned regarding the difficulty of making predictions.
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