Dear David,

Thanks for the inquiry & please accept my apologies for the delay in
responding to it. I have been swamped in "primary" Twain endeavors away from
my computer (handwritten manuscripts, letters, clothing, pamphlets,etc.).
I'm not sure which version of Twain's Autobiography you read, but it
certainly doesn't matter because I think all of Twain's writings &
dictations are always enjoyable and often fascinating to read. Thus, I agree
with you that Twain's Autobiography is good.

You may find it of interest to know that I personally have the original 25
North American Review installments (first printing of the magazine sheets)
that were bound in contemporary red boards by hand. Since it has a printed
title page, there may have been others made. A 1938 rare book dealer's
catalogue listed one of these exact specimens for sale, so either I have
that copy, or multiple copies were made.

Sincerely,

Bob Slotta