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The narrative revolves around two boys, Tom Canty, a pauper living in London, and Edward VI, the Prince of Wales. They meet by chance and, realizing they bear an uncanny resemblance, decide to exchange clothes for fun. However, they are mistaken for each other and end up living each other's lives.The story follows their adventures and the challenges they face while experiencing life in each other's social positions. Through this switch, Twain explores themes of social inequality, identity, and the nature of privilege.Mark Twain's "The Prince and the Pauper" is celebrated for its social commentary and its ability to captivate both young and adult audiences with its engaging narrative and exploration of the stark differences between the lives of the rich and the poor in 16th-century England.