Prince and the Pauper (Bilingual Version)

Author: Mark Twain (USA), Yin Dongxiang
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: "The 2000-Word World Classics Series" is a collection of literary classics adapted by Western writers. It is rewritten in modern, easy-to-understand American English while preserving the original spirit of the works, helping readers overcome the barriers of archaic language and lengthy passages in the original texts. This series opens a new window for readers to enjoy the beauty of world literature with ease. The books are rewritten in authentic American spoken English, featuring highly practical vocabulary. Whether it's words, phrases, or grammar, they showcase the characteristics of everyday American language, greatly benefiting middle school students in improving their English reading skills. Modern American English adaptation makes world classics simple; refined vocabulary thoroughly strengthens English proficiency; bilingual (Chinese-English) side-by-side presentation for convenient and effortless learning; perfect for reading, writing, translation, and exams. The Prince and the Pauper is a masterpiece by American writer Mark Twain. It depicts the accidental exchange of places between Prince Edward and the pauper Tom, turning the prince into a pauper and the pauper into a prince. Tom, dressed in the prince's clothes, enjoys great luxury and wealth in the royal palace and even becomes the new king of England. Meanwhile, the true prince Edward wanders outside, forced to endure poverty and the humiliation of beggars. With the help of the kind-hearted Horton, Prince Edward faces numerous hardships, reforms his bad habits, and finally returns to the palace. Tom, tormented by his conscience, returns the throne that does not belong to him to the true prince. Afterward, Edward becomes a benevolent ruler, living a happy life with his people. The story is rich in imagination and humorous in language, bringing joy to children while greatly inspiring their creativity and their longing for purity, kindness, and goodness.