Mark Twain was the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, one of the greatest American writers, humorists, and social commentators. He was born on 30 November 1835 in Florida, Missouri, USA. Twain worked as a printer, journalist, and riverboat pilot before becoming a celebrated author.Known for his sharp wit, satire, and realistic portrayal of American life, Twain wrote many influential works, including The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Prince and the Pauper, and A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court. His writing often explored themes of childhood, freedom, social injustice, morality, and human nature.Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is considered his masterpiece and one of the most important novels in American literature. Twain’s innovative use of language, humor, and social criticism greatly influenced modern fiction.Mark Twain remains an enduring literary figure whose works continue to be read and admired worldwide for their insight, originality, and powerful storytelling.