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The Rose and the Ring
The Rose and the Ring is a satirical fairy tale set in the fictional kingdoms of Paflagonia and Crim Tartary, where magic roses and rings reveal true worth beneath royal pretense.
About The Rose and the Ring
The Rose and the Ring is a satirical fairy tale set in the fictional kingdoms of Paflagonia and Crim Tartary, where magic roses and rings reveal true worth beneath royal pretense. Through whimsical adventures, mistaken identities, and comical court intrigues, Thackeray lampoons vanity, ambition, and social hierarchy. Woven with irony and moral wit, the story champions humility and genuine virtue over birthright and flattery, all delivered in a playful, mock-heroic style originally crafted as a Christmas entertainment for children—but rich with adult satire.
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The Rose and the Ring — frequently asked
- Is The Rose and the Ring on Spotify?
- We haven't confirmed The Rose and the Ring on Spotify's audiobook catalog yet. Spotify audiobooks are included with Premium (up to a monthly listening limit) in supported markets.
- Is The Rose and the Ring on Apple Books?
- Yes — The Rose and the Ring is available as an audiobook on Apple Books.
- Who wrote The Rose and the Ring?
- The Rose and the Ring is by William Makepeace Thackeray.
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