Barbara: It's good to hear you are coming to Hannibal. I waited awhile to reply to see what others would say about the town and the Mark Twain "industry". Most of what has been said is quite true. However, it is time for a few rebuttals...... Marc: I regret to inform everyone that _White Town Drowsing_ is out of print, so if you have a copy; keep it ! Ted: The term tourist trap is something we try hard to avoid, although I must admit there are those in Hannibal who embrace the concept whole-hearted. I can say that the souvenirs are still inexpensive but the cream pitcher no longer exsists. I know because it was our store which sold them. Michael: I concur with your suggestion on visiting the Mark Twain birthplace Shrine in Florida, Mo. The state of Missouri has done a fine job of maintaining the birthplace and Mark's personal items on display. That area of Missouri is so beautiful it is sometimes hard to understand why John Clemens would have wanted to move away. But that is another debate entirely. While you are there be sure to introduce yourself to John Huffman, the site administrator and Mark Twain Forum member. Mary: You are correct, the cave is 52 degrees and feels good for about the first 15 minutes. The problem is there are 20 more chilly minutes left of the tour to listen to your teeth chatter. Duane: It is a difficult distinction of "Mark Twain's Home Town" because he lived so many places. It is fun for us because of Hannibal becoming St. Petersburg in _The Adventures of Tom Sawyer_ . When people bring their children to see Hannibal, they are really visiting the town of Tom Sawyer. Since I am in the tourist business here at the book shop, I am always ready to invite anyone to Hannibal and show them just how nice we can be. Barbara, if you will call 1-314-221-2477, the Hannibal Visitors and Conventions Bureau will be happy to send you some advance literature. Frank North Becky Thatcher Book Shop Hannibal. Please be sure to stop in and introduce yourself.