The Prince and the Pauper
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This treasured historical satire played out in two very different socioeconomic worlds of 16th-century England centers around the lives of two boys born in London on the same... Read more
This treasured historical satire played out in two very different socioeconomic worlds of 16th-century England centers around the lives of two boys born in London on the same day: Edward Prince of Wales and Tom Canty a street beggar... Read less
Description
This treasured historical satire played out in two very different socioeconomic worlds of 16th-century England centers around the lives of two boys born in London on the same day: Edward Prince of Wales and Tom Canty a street beggar. During a chance encounter the two realize they are identical and as a lark decide to exchange clothes and roles — a situation that briefly but drastically alters the lives of both youngsters.
The Prince dressed in rags wanders about the city's boisterous neighborhoods among the lower classes and endures a series of hardships; poor Tom now living with the royals is constantly filled with the dread of being discovered for who and what he really is.
Brimming with gentle humor and discerning social scrutiny this timeless tale of transposed identities remains one of Twain's most popular and best-loved novels.
The Prince dressed in rags wanders about the city's boisterous neighborhoods among the lower classes and endures a series of hardships; poor Tom now living with the royals is constantly filled with the dread of being discovered for who and what he really is.
Brimming with gentle humor and discerning social scrutiny this timeless tale of transposed identities remains one of Twain's most popular and best-loved novels.
Information
Subject: Language Arts
Brand: Dover Publications
Publisher Date: 05/24/2000
Author: Mark Twain
Dimensions: 8.25 x 5.25
UPC: 9780486411101
Ages: 11-18
