Audiobook

Life In California, Excerpted From 'Roughing It' By Mark Twain

This recording is chapters 56 through 61 plus 78 of the 1879 edition of 'Roughing It' by Mark Twain (1835-1910). The chapters contain in Twain style his observations and experiences in the state of California. - Summary by David Wales

Year of Publication: 1879Genres: Humor,Travel & Geography

Running Time: 01 hour 23 minutes 49 seconds(7 chapters)

Language: EnglishRead by: David Wales

#	Chapter Name
	Chapter 56: off for san francisco - western and eastern landscapes - the hottest place on earth - summer and winter. David Wales	13:07
	Chapter 57: california - novelty of seeing a woman - 'well, if it ain't a child!' - one hundred and fifty dollars for a kiss - waiting for a turn David Wales	9:18
	Chapter 58: life in san francisco - worthless stocks - my first earthquake - reportorial instincts - effects of the shocks - incidents and curiosities - sabbath breakers - the lodger and the chambermaid - a sensible fashion to follow - effects of the earthquake on the ministers. David Wales	16:49
	Chapter 59: poor again - sinking as a business - a model collector - misery loves company - comparing notes for comfort - a streak of luck - finding a dime - wealthy by comparison - two sumptuous dinners. David Wales	13:48
	Chapter 60: an old friend - an educated miner - pocket mining - freaks of fortune. David Wales	9:23
	Chapter 61: dick baker and his cat - tom quartz's peculiarities - on an excursion - appearance on his return - a prejudiced cat - empty pockets and a roving life. David Wales	10:48
	Chapter 78: return to san francisco - ship amusements - preparing for lecturing - valuable assistance secured - my first attempt - the audience carried - 'all's well that ends well'. David Wales	10:36