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Prince and the Pauper

By Susanna Davidson and Mark Twain

Adjectives

engaging educational adventurous

Genres

Historical Fiction Classics Adventure

Synopsis

In Tudor England, a poor boy named Tom Canty and Prince Edward VI discover they look identical. They decide to swap clothes for fun, but the plan goes awry when the prince is mistaken for the pauper and cast out of the palace. Both boys embark on thrilling adventures, experiencing each other's lives and learning valuable lessons about society and themselves. This retelling of Mark Twain's classic is beautifully illustrated and perfect for young readers gaining confidence.

About the author

Susanna Davidson is a British author who loves writing exciting stories for children. She has retold many famous fairy tales, such as 'The Snow Queen' and 'The Twelve Dancing Princesses', making them fun and easy to read. Susanna enjoys bringing magical adventures to life and hopes her books help children discover a love of reading.

Pages

63 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2008

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