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The book is divided into two parts, and it includes a variety of humorous essays and anecdotes, often satirizing the social, political, and cultural aspects of the time in which Twain lived. Some of the pieces in "Sketches New and Old" include "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "The Awful German Language," "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," and "A Ghost Story."Mark Twain was known for his distinctive humor and sharp observations of human nature, and this collection reflects his satirical and comedic talents. The essays in "Sketches New and Old" offer a glimpse into the social and political issues of the 19th century while providing readers with a healthy dose of laughter and amusement.