Mark Twain
Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, was a renowned American writer, humorist, and essayist.
He gained fame for his novels "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," the latter often hailed as the "Great American Novel." Twain's sharp wit and keen observations of human nature made him a beloved figure in American literature.
His works, including "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" and "Pudd'nhead Wilson," showcased his versatility as a writer.
Twain's influence on American literature was so significant that William Faulkner referred to him as "the father of American literature.".
