FROG OF CALAVERAS COUNTY. Jim Smiley, Simon Wheeler, and the frog Dan l in the climactic race from Mark Twains The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, and Other Sketches, 1867
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FROG OF CALAVERAS COUNTY. Jim Smiley, Simon Wheeler, and the frog Dan l in the climactic race from Mark Twains The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, and Other Sketches, 1867
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Media ID 7518203
1867 Clemens Competition County Floor Frog Jumping Kneeling Langhorne Mark Race Samuel Short Story Simon Twain Wheeler Calaveras Calaveras County Smiley
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the climactic race from Mark Twain's iconic short story, "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County". The illustration depicts three central characters: Jim Smiley, Simon Wheeler, and the frog Dan'l. Positioned on a wooden floor in what appears to be a western American setting, these men are shown kneeling in anticipation as they prepare for an exhilarating jumping competition. The engraving skillfully portrays the intensity of the moment as all eyes focus on the frog poised to leap. Each character's facial expression reveals their excitement and determination. It is evident that this race holds great significance within the narrative. Mark Twain's tale explores themes of competition, wit, and human nature against the backdrop of Calaveras County. This print serves as a visual representation of those elements, capturing both the spirit of adventure and camaraderie found within Twain's writing. As viewers gaze upon this historic artwork by Samuel Langhorne Clemens (better known by his pen name Mark Twain), they are transported back to 1867 when this classic piece was first published. It is a testament to Twain's enduring legacy that his stories continue to captivate audiences today.
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