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Book Review of The Prince and the Pauper

The Prince and the Pauper
The Prince and the Pauper
Author: Mark Twain
Genre: Children's Books
Book Type: Audio CD
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The look alike, but one is a prince and one is a pauper. Prince Edward of Wales wishes to experience life as a commoner. Pauper Tom Canty wants to know what it's like to be a prince. The two exchange clothes, they are suddenly separated, and the excitement begins! Edward and Tom learn important life lessons as they set off on individual quests to return to their real lives. Mark Twain wrote this classic historic tale about 16th century England for adults and children to enjoy. Listeners will learn the most important lesson of all: Don't judge a book by its cover! (inside cover)