The Enemy Conquered; or, Love Triumphant (annotated)

The Enemy Conquered; or, Love Triumphant is a classic work of American satire by Mark Twain. I begin this little work with an eulogy upon woman, who has ever been distinguished for her perseverance, her constancy, and her devoted attention to those upon whom she has been pleased to place her AFFECTIONS. Many have been the themes upon which writers and public speakers have dwelt with intense and increasing interest. Among these delightful themes stands that of woman, the balm to all our sigh...