Twain's Harsh Critique of American Values in Pudd'nhead Wilson

Twain's 'Pudd'nhead Wilson' critiques the self-deception of the Virginia aristocracy and the provincial mindset of small-town America. The narrative reveals flaws in honor culture and class consciousness, suggesting that the town's pride in dueling reflects a misguided value system.

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