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Twain, Mark
1835
1910
Clemens, Samuel Langhorne
Twain, Mark (Samuel Clemens)
The Prince and the Pauper, Part 8.
Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"The Prince and the Pauper, Part 8" by Mark Twain is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative follows the intertwined lives of two boys, Edward, the Prince of Wales, and Tom Canty, a pauper, as they accidentally swap places. The book delves into themes of social class, identity, and justice, highlighting the stark contrasts between the lives of the rich and the poor in Tudor England. In this section of the story, Hendon and the King find themselves imprisoned among a motley crew of prisoners, where Hendon grapples with his disillusionment and the betrayal of Edith, while the King struggles with the bitter realities of royalty as he witnesses the tragic fate of innocent victims of injustice. As the narrative progresses, they learn about the changes in their respective families and the harshness of the world outside. The King’s anguished observations intensify as he witnesses a public execution, which serves as a turning point in his understanding of kingship and justice, while Hendon remains steadfast in his loyalty to the King despite their dire circumstances. The bond between them deepens as they face their adversities, illustrating themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the quest for rightful acknowledgment in a flawed society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Historical fiction
London (England) -- Fiction
Impostors and imposture -- Fiction
Boys -- Fiction
Social classes -- Fiction
Princes -- Fiction
Edward VI, King of England, 1537-1553 -- Fiction
Poor children -- Fiction
Lookalikes -- Fiction
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