Advice to Youth
Mark Twain
Mark Twain wrote this essay when asked to share something with America’s youth. Though he begins in a serious tone, his advice quickly takes a turn for the satirical: “Always obey your parents, when they are present. This is the best policy in the long run, because if you don’t, they will make you.” In a similar tone, he goes on to address the matters of respecting one’s elders, rising early, lying, handling firearms, and reading books. This funny essay is a great example of Twain’s infamous satirical wit and an easy entry point for anyone interested in the writer’s nonfiction.
Author - Mark Twain.
Narrator - Larry G. Jones.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 1900 Mark Twain ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Mark Twain wrote this essay when asked to share something with America’s youth. Though he begins in a serious tone, his advice quickly takes a turn for the satirical: “Always obey your parents, when they are present. This is the best policy in the long run, because if you don’t, they will make you.” In a similar tone, he goes on to address the matters of respecting one’s elders, rising early, lying, handling firearms, and reading books. This funny essay is a great example of Twain’s infamous satirical wit and an easy entry point for anyone interested in the writer’s nonfiction. Author - Mark Twain. Narrator - Larry G. Jones. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 1900 Mark Twain ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
Duration:00:00:13
Chapter 2
Duration:00:08:46
Chapter 3
Duration:00:00:15