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Author: Mark Twain
Year: 2021
Language: en
Pages: 244
ISBN-13: 9798489860703
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The Prince and the Pauper Illustrated by Mark Twain is a classic adventure that explores themes of mistaken identity and social justice. Independently published on October 4, 2021, this edition spans 244 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Edward Tudor, the heir to the throne, and Tom Canty, a penniless boy, who, upon meeting, decide to swap clothes. This chance encounter leads to a series of events that highlight the stark contrasts between their lives in Tudor London.

Readers will find a tightly woven plot filled with humor and rising tension as Edward navigates life in rags while Tom grapples with royal responsibilities. The story is rich in visual detail and moral lessons about equality, making it relevant to contemporary discussions on social issues. This edition is part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library, featuring clothbound covers, gold foiled edges, and ribbon markers, making it an appealing choice for collectors and gift-givers alike.


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Mark Twain’s first historical novel, The Prince and the Pauper, is a classic adventure of mistaken identity that champions social justice.

Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition has an afterword by author and journalist, Nicolette Jones.

Born in rival social classes in Tudor London, heir to the throne Edward Tudor and penniless Tom Canty have more in common than one might think. They meet by chance and, amused by how similar they look, swap clothes. Here follows a tightly woven plot of mistaken identity as Edward, dressed in Tom’s rags, is thrown out of the palace while Tom is forced to undertake royal duties. Through colourful humour, rising tension and visual detail, Twain conjures a moral lesson of equality which is just as pertinent in today’s society as it was for the Tudors.

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ISBN-13: 9798489860703.
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Language: en. Pages: 244.

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