Very recently I have read that Twain held Sol Smith's book (1868
Theatrical Management in the West and South...., I presume) in high
regard.  Gribben does not list this book in *MT's Library*.  I believe
there was an earlier version of Smith's book. 

Can anyone help me run down a reference to Twain's knowledge of Smith?

Thanks in advance.

Miriam J. Shillingsburg
Indiana University South Bend