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Twain’s Feast

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Narrated by: Nick Offerman
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Mark Twain, beloved American writer, performer, and humorist, was a self-proclaimed glutton. With the help of a chef and some friends, Nick Offerman presents the story of Twain’s life through the lens of eight of Mark Twain’s favorite foods. As we explore these foods’ role in Samuel Clemens’ life, we also discover a surprising culinary and ecological history of America. The biggest celebrity of his time, Twain was a witness to a transforming country, and with historian and writer Andrew Beahrs as a guide, Beahrs and Offerman take documentary excursions across America, illuminating each dish and bringing to life a broad sampling of Twain’s writing. Twain’s Feast is a rollicking information-packed journey into the rich culinary history of America, with the sharp eye and unmistakable wit of Mark Twain himself.

Portions of this audiobook contain mature language and themes. Listener discretion is advised.

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A really well done and interesting ride through Twain’s life, but depressing in the awareness of all we’ve lost. I also skipped some bits. I’m nowhere near a vegetarian, but some was too much for me.

Interesting but depressing

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I enjoyed Twain's Feast very much. I knew little of Twain's life, let alone his dietary habits, and was amazed to hear of the vast quantity and variety of food and drink which he consumed. Those responsible came up with an original way of telling his story, via the food he ate, and where and when he had encountered it. As well as illuminating Twain, it also told us much about various parts of the USA, from California to Connecticut, but especially about Missouri and the South. The production was well done too.

Unusual and original way of telling a story

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if you think this is going to be about food, don't bother. it's about a lot of things, but not really about food

it's not about food

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