The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain

The Prince and the Pauper

Mark Twain

288 pages first pub 1881 (editions)

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Tom Canty and Edward Tudor could have been identical twins. Their birthdays and their faces match, but there the likeness stops. For Edward is prince, heir to King Henry VIII of England, whilst Tom is a miserable pauper. But fate intervenes, and t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,253 reviews

Moods

adventurous 82%
lighthearted 40%
funny 30%
hopeful 17%
informative 16%
reflective 15%
emotional 14%
challenging 13%
dark 11%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 5%
sad 4%
tense 3%
mysterious 2%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 23%
slow 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 36% | Character: 34% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 68% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 59% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 20% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.58

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