Published in 1882, The Prince and the Pauper is a historical fiction. The young British Prince Edward, son of Henry VIII and Tom Canty look alike. There is one difference between them: Tom Canty is a child of the London slums whereas Edward is heir to the throne of England. The two boys exchanges clothes on a whim. Tom lives in luxury and renders wise judgments, whereas the ragged Prince Edward roams the city and discovers the misery of the subjects. The real Prince wanders on the streets of London and learns about the sufferings of the common people of England. When King Henry dies, he returns to the palace to stop the coronation of the false Prince and takes his crown. He rules as a kind king. The real Prince Edward governs until his early death at the age of 15.
Mark Twain
Mark Twain
Mark Twain (1835–1910) was one of the most influential writers in world literature. His real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens, and he was born on November 30, 1835, in Missouri, USA.
He is best known for his classic novels, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” (1876) and “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” (1885), which are considered among the greatest works of American literature. His writing style is characterized by humour, satire, and sharp social criticism.
Twain began his career as a journalist and gradually became a novelist, satirist, and lecturer. He was known for his candid commentary on American society, politics, and racial issues.
He passed away on April 21, 1910, but his works continue to inspire readers worldwide. He is often referred to as the “Father of American Literature.”
Mark Twain
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