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From "Mark Twain: A Biography. Complete" by Paine, Albert Bigelow
Jane Lampton Clemens
Mother of Samuel Clemens
Core Belief
"Integrity and kindness are essential, but one must maintain a sense of humor and perspective in the face of life's challenges."
Worldview
A blend of frontier practicality and refined sensibility, tempered by a deep-seated religious conviction.
Personality
Possessing a rare ability to deliver humorous remarks with a perfectly straight face. Strong-willed, compassionate, and deeply religious, yet able to reconcile her faith with a sharp wit and a critical eye.
In Their Own Words
"“She had a sort of ability which is rare in man and hardly existent in woman--the ability to say a humorous thing with the perfect air of not knowing it to be humorous.”"
"“Sammy will pull through; he wasn't born to die that way.”"
"“Oh yes, I know his average. I discount him ninety per cent. The rest is pure gold.”"
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