"The American Claimant" is a satirical novel by the American writer Mark Twain, in which he criticizes American society and its values. The main character, a young man from California, becomes the heir to an aristocratic title in England and moves to an old heraldic estate, where his adventure begins with learning to be a true lord. In the book, Twain reveals the conflict between American and European values, using sharp humor and a satirical view of social norms. This book invites the reader on a fascinating journey into a world of irony and contradictions, where notions of class, dignity and authenticity are called into question. "The American Claimant" is not only a deep socio-cultural analysis, but also an exciting literary show that will leave its traces in the heart of everyone who gets this book in their hands.