The diaries of Adam and Eve

Those who enjoy the comedy, humanity, and fun of Daniel Wallace's work may find much that appeals in the similarly larger-than-life characterization written with humor and wit in the novels of classic author Mark Twain. -- Bethany Latham

Sinclair Lewis and Mark Twain each capture the hypocrisy and ugliness of their times. Although both are known for complex, engaging characters and sharp satire, Twain is more homespun and humorous. -- Mike Nilsson

Leading American satirists of the late 20th and early 21st century (Paul Beatty) and the latter half of the 19th century (Mark Twain), both offer blistering critiques of the issues of their time couched in heady yet accessible explorations of society's utter absurdity. Offbeat heroes abound in both. -- Autumn Winters

Inventive and prolific satirists Percival Everett and Mark Twain cast a gimlet eye at American society during their respective time periods. Everett even found inspiration in Twain's most famous work, Huckleberry Finn, recasting the lead as the dry, witty, and linguistically gifted enslaved man, James. Social satire fans will appreciate both. -- Autumn Winters

These authors' works have the appeal factors dialect-filled, and they have the subjects "sawyer, tom (fictitious character)," "child adventurers," and "finn, huckleberry (fictitious character)."

These authors' works have the genres "classics" and "satire and parodies"; the subject "social life and customs"; and characters that are "authentic characters."

These authors' works have the appeal factors character-driven, and they have the genres "classics" and "page to screen"; and the subject "social life and customs."

These authors' works have the appeal factors dialect-filled, and they have the subjects "freedom seekers," "racism," and "race relations."