Following the Equator

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars | 125 ratings

Price: 14.31

Last update: 11-08-2024


About this item

The classic travelogue of one of America's most famous authors, Following the Equator was written when Twain had fallen on hard times. At the time, Twain found himself compelled to take a tour of the British Empire in 1895 and write about it.

This account of that trip, published in 1897, is a classic example of Twain's ever-vigilant observational wit. He addresses ever timely topics such as racism, imperialism, and religion.


Top reviews from the United States

barry reese
5.0 out of 5 stars Great value
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
Book is in brand new condition, I don't think it has ever been read.
Donna
5.0 out of 5 stars Small Bites of a Delicious Meal...
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2017
This is a fantastic, although difficult, read because of the font and the format and the manner in which it was produced. Wisdom lives inside these pages, but it does take time and a commitment to move through the chapters. I recommend taking small bites, and returning to it many times. It's always fresh, and you can pick up anywhere and feel like you've lost nothing.
Chris
4.0 out of 5 stars Good but a little exhausting
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2023
He's funny and makes interesting observations, but 500 pages of his particular brand of insincerity was a bit much I have to admit.
Mel M
5.0 out of 5 stars Love Jill's Bookstore !
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2021
Fast delivery, great bookstore! Highly recommend!!!
L. Ross
5.0 out of 5 stars A Collectors book.
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2021
This book will be in my library forever. It was in great shape when received despite being used.
G. T. Kaiser
3.0 out of 5 stars Buyer Beware
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2023
The typesetting on this edition is absolutely tiny. I've never seen a typeset this small. It makes the book almost unreadable.
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G. T. Kaiser
3.0 out of 5 stars Buyer Beware
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2023
The typesetting on this edition is absolutely tiny. I've never seen a typeset this small. It makes the book almost unreadable.
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Bridget
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't miss this book.
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2009
I have rarely read a book with more impact. Mr. Clemens is clever, sarcastic, serious...you name it. He deals with some very tough, poignant topics then turns light-hearted. There is much to be learned of life in this book.
Daryl Hein
1.0 out of 5 stars Pages falling out/binding coming up glued
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024
Started to read this book over the past week and noticed today that pages are starting to fall out of it already. Very disappointing to see this in a very short period of having the book.
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Daryl Hein
1.0 out of 5 stars Pages falling out/binding coming up glued
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024
Started to read this book over the past week and noticed today that pages are starting to fall out of it already. Very disappointing to see this in a very short period of having the book.
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