The Prince and the Pauper
by Mark Twain, Everett H. Emerson
The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain, Everett H. Emerson holds a well received rating of 3.84 out of 5, based on 84.7K reader ratings. First published in 1881. The book spans 240 pages.
About The Prince and the Pauper
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; meanwhile, poor Tom, now living with the royals, is constantly filled with the dread of being discovered for who and what he really is.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Mark Twain, Everett H. Emerson |
| Published | 1881 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 3.84 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 84,682 |
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What genre is The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Prince and the Pauper worth reading?
Based on 84.7K reader ratings, The Prince and the Pauper has an average score of 3.84 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper has 240 pages.
Who wrote The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper was written by Mark Twain, Everett H. Emerson. It was first published in 1881.
What is the ISBN for The Prince and the Pauper?
The ISBN-13 for The Prince and the Pauper is 9780451528350.0.
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