"There is no family in America without a clock, and consequently there is no fair pretext for the usual Sunday medley of dreadful sounds that issues from our steeples."

7 likes

Source: Mark Twain (2015). “A Tramp Abroad: Mark Twain's Collections”, p.155, 谷月社

About the author

Mark Twain

Writer, Humorist

Mark Twain was a prominent American writer known for his sharp wit and social critiques, particularly in 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.'

All quotes by Mark Twain →

Same author

More quotes by Mark Twain

See all →
Mark Twain Writer, Humorist

"Life is short, Break the Rules. Forgive quickly, Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably And never regret ANYTHING That makes you smile."

Read quote