The Elmira College Center for Mark Twain Studies announces a call for papers for a conference on "The State of Mark Twain Studies," August 14-16, 1997. The conference will celebrate the centennial of the publication of <Following the Equator> and honor Hamlin Hill upon the occasion of his retirement. Ten page papers suitable for 20-minute presentation are invited on the following topics: Mark Twain's Travels Abroad Mark Twain's Travels at Home Mark Twain in 19th Century Popular Culture Mark Twain's Style Mark Twain's Politics The Late Mark Twain The Legacies of Mark Twain <Adventures of Huckleberry Finn> Papers will be read by juries without knowledge of authorship. SEND PAPERS IN DUPLICATE TO: Gretchen Sharlow Director Elmira College Center for Mark Twain Studies Elmira College One Park Place Elmira, NY 14901 DEADLINE IS JANUARY 15, 1997. To receive a conference brochure and registration form send name and address to the above address or to [log in to unmask]