Mark Twain - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 30, 1835 |
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| Died | April 21, 1910 (age 74) |
| Birthplace | Florida, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Mark Twain's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Known For | 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer', 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', and his incisive wit and humor. |
Intro
Mark Twain was a celebrated American author and humorist, famed for his wit, social commentary, and enduring literary works such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.' He is regarded as one of the greatest writers in American literature, noted for his vivid characters and incisive critique of society.
Early Life & Background
Born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in Florida, Missouri, Twain grew up in the nearby town of Hannibal, located along the Mississippi River. The river and the local Missouri culture heavily influenced his later writings. Following the death of his father when Twain was 11, he worked as a printer's apprentice and later as a typesetter and contributor of articles for his brother's newspaper.
Career Highlights
- Published 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' in 1876.
- Published 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' in 1884, widely regarded as a masterpiece of American literature.
- Worked as a riverboat pilot on the Mississippi River.
- Gained fame as a humorist and lecturer in the United States and abroad.
- Wrote influential works such as 'A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court', 'The Prince and the Pauper', and numerous short stories and essays.
Trivia
- The pen name 'Mark Twain' is a riverboat term for water that is two fathoms (12 feet) deep, which was considered safe for navigation.
- Twain was born shortly after Halley's Comet's closest approach in 1835 and famously predicted he would die with its return in 1910, which he did.
- He held multiple patents, including one for an adjustable and detachable garment strap.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Mark Twain born?
Mark Twain was born the 30 November 1835.
Where is Mark Twain from?
Florida, Missouri, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About November 30th, 1835, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 30th, 1835 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous