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Hans Christian Andersen

Hans Christian Andersen

DanishApril 2, 1805 – August 4, 1875Children's Literature

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author famous for his fairy tales, including The Little Mermaid and Thumbelina. His stories have been translated into more than 125 languages.

Works

  • Fairy TalesCollection of magical stories exploring wonder, transformation, and redemption→
  • The Little MermaidMermaid sacrifices voice and tail for love of a human prince→
  • The Ugly DucklingDuckling bullied for his appearance discovers his true beautiful nature→
  • The Snow QueenGirl must rescue her brother from an eternally frozen ice kingdom→
  • ThumbelinaTiny girl travels magical realm to rejoin her family of flowers→

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