1. Mark Twain
Little did Twain realize that his writings and stories would still be predominant in the literary world not just 30 years later, but even 130 years later. ... Nevertheless, one can engage in social criticism, and still not say anything funny. ... Yet humor combined with literary maturity and reflection can be devastating, and such a combination of technique will last much longer than 30 years, as Twain's writings have demonstrated. ...
- Word Count: 551
- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: High School