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The Prince and the Pauper

by Mark Twain, Shelley Fisher Fishkin, Everett Emerson   |  Ages 9-12
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The Prince and the Pauper
The Prince and the Pauper

Classic tale exploring identity, morality, and society.

If you're drawn to stories that combine historical settings with timeless themes, "The Prince and the Pauper" could be your next favorite read. Beyond its adventure and humor, this novel will get you thinking deeply about social justice and the human condition, all through the perspective of two young boys whose swapped lives shed light on the arbitrary nature of status and privilege. Mark Twain's storytelling will transport you back in time while keeping you grounded in universal truths that resonate just as strongly today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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by Mark Twain, Shelley Fisher Fishkin, Everett Emerson   |  Ages 9-12
RM34.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9780195101386
Authors: Mark Twain, Shelley Fisher Fishkin, Everett Emerson
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Date of Publication: 1996-12-05
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Childrens Classics, Young Readers
Related Topics: Adventure, Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.87
(rated by 124941 readers)

Description

The Prince and the Pauper is a classic novel by Mark Twain. Set in 16th-century England during the reign of King Henry VIII, it tells the story of Edward VI, the Prince of Wales, and a poor boy named Tom Canty who resemble each other and swap places. Each boy experiences life in the other’s world, encountering challenges and learning about power, privilege, justice, and compassion.
 

Classic tale exploring identity, morality, and society.

If you're drawn to stories that combine historical settings with timeless themes, "The Prince and the Pauper" could be your next favorite read. Beyond its adventure and humor, this novel will get you thinking deeply about social justice and the human condition, all through the perspective of two young boys whose swapped lives shed light on the arbitrary nature of status and privilege. Mark Twain's storytelling will transport you back in time while keeping you grounded in universal truths that resonate just as strongly today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.