Mark Twain's Black Muse: The Life and Legacy of His Butler, George Griffin

"Everyone who has studied Mark Twain's life has been beguiled by George Griffin, his talented, handsome, and ever resourceful Black butler. But until now we have had to settle for a shadowy figure, mostly known from a handful of anecdotes. Against all odds, Kevin Mac Donnell has delivered a full-dress biography that narrates the story of George Griffin with the sensitivity, compassion, and insight he so richly deserves. The appearance of Mark Twain's Black Muse is a cause for celebration, l...