# Mark Twain — Poetry character guide

> Mark Twain in Poetry by Henry van Dyke Jr..

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Mark Twain Dinner

**First appearance:** 0045-little-boatie

## Who they are

The American author, referenced in a poem.

## In the story

### [To Mark Twain](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_10_se/chapters/to-mark-twain)

Honored as the subject of the birthday toast and memorial tribute, celebrated for his wit, humor, and noble character.

### [A Fairy Tale](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_10_se/chapters/a-fairy-tale)

The prince born at Florida, Mo., recipient of fairy gifts of Wit, Truth, Love, and Humour.

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_10_se/characters/mark_twain
- Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_10_se
- All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_10_se/characters