A Classic Humorous Social Commentary by Mark Twain The American Claimant by American author Mark Twain is a book of literary fiction first published in 1892 in the United States. This classic Twain novel is filled with thrilling adventure and humor at its finest. Book Excerpt No weather will be found in this book. This is an attempt to pull a book through without weather. It being the first attempt of the kind in fictitious literature, it may prove a failure, but it seemed worth the while of some dare-devil person to try it, and the author was in just the mood. Synopsis The American Claimant is a humorous satirical novel by Mark Twain, published in 1892. It is a story about an Englishman named Lord Berkeley who impersonates an American heir to claim inheritance to a large fortune. He is aided by Mulberry Sellers, a charming but unscrupulous con man. Along the way, Berkeley and Sellers have many adventures. They get involved in a political campaign, they start a business, and they even get arrested. But they always manage to find their way out of trouble, and they always have a good laugh along the way. It is a satirical work that explores themes of identity, social class, importance of friendship and family and the American dream. A stunning reprint At Ahzar Publishing we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is one of the epic satirical fiction , of all time, humor and clever wordplay used, humorous books that you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic aficionados in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Title Details Original 1892 Text - Literary Classic - 5.5 x 8.5 Inches - Matte Cover - Cream Paper