The War Prayer

The War Prayer, written during the Philippine-American War and too fierce for publication in Twain’s lifetime, interrupts a patriotic church service sending young men to the front. A stranger rises to say what the congregation’s prayer for victory also asks for—the unspoken half that glory prefers not to hear. Brief, formal and devastating, it is Twain at his most prophetic.

This special edition has been created with accessibility in mind. It features a fully adjustable coloured overlay system designed to support readers with Irlen Syndrome, dyslexia, or visual stress. By reducing visual strain and allowing each reader to customise their experience, this edition makes Mark Twain’s prophetic narrative more comfortable and enjoyable to read.

Rediscover the anti-war irony and moral thunder of The War Prayer in a format thoughtfully crafted to be more inclusive for all readers.