Reflections on the Mississippi

"Life on the Mississippi" is Mark Twain's autobiographical account of his time as a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River before the Civil War, and his return to the river years later as an author. Twain vividly describes the challenges and adventures of piloting a steamboat, explores the cultural and social dynamics of river life, and reflects on the profound changes the river and its communities underwent over time. Through humorous anecdotes and thoughtful reflections, Twain offers a captivating glimpse into both the romanticized past and the evolving present of America's most iconic waterway.