Pudd'nhead Wilson is a must read for all satire admirers. Written by one of America's best humourists and writers, Mark Twain, the novel tells us the story of a man who re-establishes his lost reputation and honour by investigating and exposing a murder committed by the most important citizen of a town. It highlights issues such as slavery and racism rampant in American society during the first half of the 19h century. Will good win over evil?The Mysterious Stranger, on the other hand. published posthumously, is full of twists and thrills. It tells us about the adventures of Biblical Satan's nephew and brings in dark religious themes in a thrilling manner, and highlights the ignorance of humankind.