The Prince and the Pauper: resumen de Chapter 9

Qué sucede

1. At nine in the evening, lights illuminate the palace waterfront and the crowded river while servants prepare the terrace.
2. Decorated state barges approach the steps with armed escorts and musicians.
3. Halberdiers form two lines, attendants lay a carpet, and officials, foreign gentlemen, and nobles proceed toward the water.
4. The Prince’s uncle emerges, bows, and steps backward as trumpets announce Edward, Prince of Wales.
5. Tom Canty appears to a roaring welcome, wearing rich clothes and jewels that contrast with his childhood poverty.

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En qué fijarte

The announcement gives the royal identity under which Tom appears. It highlights the gap between his public treatment and his actual background.

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