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The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County is a classic American short story by Mark Twain. Originally titled "Jim Smiley and His Jumping Frog," the tale follows the clever gambler Jim Smiley and his prized frog that can jump higher than any other. Twain’s sharp humor and playful narrative have led to numerous adaptations for motion pictures, television specials, and film, cementing its place in American literary humor.
First publish date: 1867
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Mark Twain
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