Mark Twain Short Story Collection
His Classic Tales Read Aloud. Mark Twain is celebrated for his novels, but he also wrote more than 60 remarkable short stories throughout his life. First published between 1865 and 1916, these stories capture Twain’s wit, insight, and unmistakable voice. Our mission is to reintroduce listeners to on...
Recent Episodes
Jan. 14, 2026
Science vs. Luck - Mark Twain's Humorous Short Story
In this episode of The Mark Twain Short Story Collection, we dive into “Science vs. Luck,” Twain’s witty exploration of whether success comes from skill or pure chance. Through sharp humor, clever storytelling, and a cast of ...
Dec. 29, 2025
My Watch — A Mark Twain Short Story
In this episode, I read “My Watch,” Mark Twain’s humorous tale about a simple mistake that spirals into a full‑blown misadventure in timekeeping. What begins as an innocent attempt to set a pocket watch quickly turns into a c...
Dec. 26, 2025
A Fable — A Short Story by Mark Twain
In this episode, we read “A Fable,” one of Mark Twain’s clever and often overlooked short stories. Blending humor with gentle satire, Twain uses a simple tale to explore truth, perception, and how we interpret the world aroun...
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