001 - Introduction

In Those Extraordinary Twins, Mark Twain presents a captivating short story that stands apart from its roots in The Tragedy of Puddnhead Wilson. Twain realized while writing that he had crafted a delightful farce within a tragedy, prompting him to separate the two. This whimsical tale follows Italian Siamese twins who seize control of a small Missouri town, dividing its residents into factions loyal to each twin. Join narrator John Greenman as he brings this charming and humorous narrative to life.