Discoveries-America Special Edition, Mark Twain's Hannibal - A Homecoming - DVD

Mark Twain's own words provide actor Richard Garey with plenty of picturesque prose as Twain visits his hometown of Hannibal, Missouri, made famous in many of his popular stories. Mark Twain, aka author and humorist Samuel L. Clemens, arrives by riverboat to his childhood home in Hannibal, and deems the waterfront "the most beautiful on the Mississippi". Twain comes home to Hannibal on several occasions and describes his waterfront hometown as he tours the streets, reminiscing. Actor Richard Garey, shares Clemens' historic anecdotes and unique humor while visiting some of Hannibal's most historic sites in addition to some of the community's 21st century experiences and attractions. Hannibal historical sites visited include: Mark Twain Boyhood Home; Grant's Drug Store; Pilaster House; J.M. Clemens Law Office; Becky Thatchers Home; Mark Twain Cave; Rockcliffe and Garth Mansions; Old Jail; Haunted House On Hill Street; Molly Brown Birthplace; Mark Twain Birthplace.