The Innocents Abroad or The New Pilgrims' Progress

6b, Mark Twain, Hartford Conn Signed by Lorenzo Snow Jr. 1874

Description

The Innocents Abroad, or The New Pilgrims' Progress is a travel book by Mark Twain, first published in 1869. It chronicles his journey through Europe and the Holy Land with a group of American travelers aboard the chartered ship Quaker City. Blending sharp wit with keen observation, Twain satirizes both the romanticized views of the Old World and the often naive attitudes of American tourists. The book was a major success, establishing Twain’s reputation as a humorist and social critic.

Notes

Black leather with deboss design on front and gold embossing design on front and spine, intact, good condition.