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Mark Twain: 10 letters from his readers

The fan letters found in "Dear Mark Twain," edited by R. Kent Rasmussen, express gratitude, greed, caring, and downright delight. 

7. Book brings consolation

Dear Sir鈥

 I lost my fianc茅 鈥 also my dearest friend, & a not inconsiderable fortune within a month. I have not the stoicism of many & so broke down 鈥 your book "Extracts from Adams Diary" 鈥 brought forth my first laugh 鈥 for which I most truly thank you. 

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