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Roughing It is a semi-autobiographical travel literature book written by Mark Twain. It was written during 1870-71 and published in 1872 as a prequel to his first book 'The Innocents Abroad'. The book follows the travels of young Mark Twain through the Wild West during the years 1861-1867, including his journey with his brother Orion Clemens to the Nevada Territory, visits to Salt Lake City, gold and silver prospecting, real-estate speculation, and a journey to the Kingdom of Hawaii. The memoir showcases Twain's early adventures and his beginnings as a writer, highlighting his characteristic rough-hewn humor that would become a staple in his later works such as 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer'.

In 'The Two Cultures', C. P. Snow argues that Western society is split into two distinct cultures: the scientific culture and the literary or intellectual culture. He contends that this division hampers the ability of society to address global problems effectively. Snow criticizes the British educational system for favoring the humanities over scientific education, which he believes has hindered the UK's ability to compete in a scientifically driven world. He also discusses the gap between rich and poor nations and advocates for a more balanced education system that integrates both scientific and literary knowledge. The book sparked significant controversy and discussion upon its publication and remains influential in debates about education and cultural divides[2][3][5].