Twain shares a variety of thoughts and family memories that culminate in the unexpected and tragic death of his daughter Suzy. In 1896, Twain, his wife, and daughter Clara were traveling to Europe, when they received a telegram that Suzy had fallen ill. This was during the time period that Twain was lecturing to pay off his creditors, so he had to keep traveling. Olivia and Clara turned around and went home to take care of Suzy, but Suzy died from.....
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