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Summary: A Great Classic Novel
Review: This novel by Mark Twain is truly a timeless piece of literature. Its story line is one that any young boy would love to live. It depicts the situation of a young pauper and a prince who accidentally switch places. It is an easy read, and the dialect is shown very well throughout Twain's writing. I very much enjoyed reading the book. I'm sure that most people would find it humorous and full of adventure - just a great read!
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Summary: A wonderful classic for intelligent and imaginative kids.
Review: This story has been a favorite of mine since I first read it as a child. I have re-read it many, many times, most recently to two of my children (who also enjoyed it), and it continues to be rich and engaging. Since the language is true to the era of the story, however, it may put some readers off. Others will find that the archaic language enhances the tale. A beggar (Tom Canty) and a prince (Edward Tudor), who look so alike as to be twins, meet and swap clothes for a lark. But an accident of judgment stretches the lark into an adventure, and the adventure into a nightmarish struggle of life and death, honor and dishonor. Hasn't everyone wished to be royalty at some point in their lives? And especially if you were the poorest of the poor, like Tom Canty, wouldn't it be your dearest wish as a child? This is a great and yet fearful adventure, superbly detailed and believable. It was carefully written in such a manner that genuine history leaves it possible. One of Twain's best ever.
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