I think books can be a powerful tool in helping to change things. I knew that especially when I was a kid. If you look at history, you find that words matter. Words have helped change history. When Washington was getting ready to attack Trenton, he lined his soldiers up and had someone read from Thomas Paine's Common Sense about what they were fighting for.
Words can change history.
Well first of all, I'd like them to learn the subject matter about which I'm writing. But beyond that, I'd like them to learn the importance of just seeking out the truth. I wanted to write about Mark Twain because I've always been fascinated by him. First of all, I think some of his writing is so hilarious. And some of it is so beautiful.