Jones 1 Michael Jones Mrs. Smith American Literature 1.20 Dec. 2, 1999 It is indisputable that, during his many years of writing, established himself as a literary genius. It is also indisputable that the primary reason for his success as an author was his quick wit and sense of humor. During this nation’s time of political and social division, Twain wrote about many of the simpler things in life while always showing his humorist side. His brilliant comedic mind was especially unusual for any popular writer around during this rough time pe ....