MARK TWAIN: FATHER OF AMERICAN LITERATURE -- FACT FACTS

ABOVE: Samuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain, was cemented as a premier writer of late 19th century America with his works "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Find out more about his life and writing in this video.

Crisis Commission Cites Culprits Behind Meltdown


1/27/2011 - Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission says crisis was avoidable, issues comprehensive, 500-plus page report. Details of the report and a copy can be obtained here: http://www.fcic.gov/