The Rose and the Ring

"The Rose and The Ring" is a satirical work of fantasy fiction, written by William Thackeray for the entertainment of his two daughters. Set in the fictional countries of Paflagonia and Crim Tartary, the story revolves around the lives and fortunes of four young royal cousins, Princesses Angelica and Rosalba, and Princes Bulbo and Giglio. Through the irony and parody, Thackeray criticizes, to some extent, the attitudes of the monarchy and the top of society and challenges their ideals of beauty and marriage.
As the other Thackeray's works, "The Rose and the Ring" offers a satiric picture of human character and aristocratic society, so you have the great opportunity to get acquainted with the other classic example of English literature.