Mark Twain, great American writer

The Curious, and Continuing, Appeal of Mark Twain in China

Source: The New York Times

In most Chinese classrooms, students learned about Mark Twain, a famously American author. Twain’s satirical short story, “Running for Governor,” was used to reinforce anti-Western, anti-capitalist views. As you read this article, be sure to take a look at the short story referenced.