A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's court: An authoritative text, backgrounds and sources, composition and publication, criticism (A Norton critical edition)

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Experience one of American literature's most enduring satires in this authoritative Norton critical edition. Mark Twain's masterpiece follows Hank Morgan, a 19th-century American who finds himself transported to medieval England. Through wit and irony, Twain explores the collision of modern ingenuity and medieval tradition, creating a timeless comedy of manners.\n\nThis edition goes beyond the text, including extensive background, source materials, and a detailed history of composition and publication. The Norton critical edition also features contemporary criticism, making it an essential edition for students and serious readers alike. Whether you're a Twain fan or new to his work, this comprehensive edition offers everything you need to appreciate the depth of one of the greatest American novels ever written.

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