A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court is a satirical novel where a 19th-century American engineer time-travels to medieval England. Using modern knowledge, he tries to reform King Arthur's world, clashing with tradition and superstition. Twain critiques romanticized history, monarchy, and blind faith through humor and social commentary.
Mark Twain (1835-1910), born Samuel Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist. Celebrated for his sharp wit and storytelling, his works often critique society and human nature. Famous for Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, Twain is considered a literary giant of American literature.