The rose and the ring
About this book
The Rose and the Ring is one of those special literary treats which happen when a writer for adults turns his attention to the world of children. It's a classic fairy tale, told with Thackeray's customary insight into characters, an excellent story for reading aloud to children.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 1271 readers · 144 pages · ≈ 2 h 40 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The rose and the ring?
About ≈ 2 h 40 m — 144 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The rose and the ring?
144 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The rose and the ring?
It sits on the Fairy Tales, Biography & Memoir, History shelves.
Has The rose and the ring been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include The Ring and the Rose (1987), Pierścień i róża (1986).
Is The rose and the ring in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The rose and the ring?
The main characters include William Makepeace Thackeray (1811-1863).
Where does The rose and the ring take place?
It is set in New York, New York (State).
Who wrote The rose and the ring?
William Makepeace Thackeray.
Where can I read The rose and the ring online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library
“This is Valoroso XXIV., King of Paflagonia, seated with his Queen and only child at their royal breakfast-table, and receiving the letter which announces to his Majesty a proposed visit from Prince Bulbo, heir of Padella, reigning King of Crim Tartary.”