A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain is a satirical novel that follows the story of Hank Morgan, a 19th-century engineer who is mysteriously transported back in time to King Arthur's court in the 6th century. Using his modern knowledge and technology, Hank attempts to introduce progressive ideas and reforms to the medieval society. The novel explores themes of social criticism, technology, and the clash between the old and the new. Hank faces numerous challenges and adventures as he navigates through the medieval world, ultimately highlighting the absurdities of both his time and the Arthurian era. Twain uses humor and irony to comment on the human condition and the complexities of progress.
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