HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN : THE COMPLETE FAIRY TALES (WORDSWORTH EDITIONS)

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wordsworth Editions; UK ed. edition (1998)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback‏ : ‎ 1140 pages
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 700g
Condition : Good

Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) was a Danish author and poet best known for his fairy tales. Born in Odense, Denmark, Andersen grew up in poverty and faced numerous challenges throughout his early life. Despite his humble beginnings, he possessed a vivid imagination and a talent for storytelling from a young age.

Andersen's literary career began with the publication of his first fairy tales in 1835, which included "The Tinderbox" and "The Princess and the Pea." Over the years, he wrote numerous fairy tales that captured the imagination of readers both young and old. Some of his most famous works include "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," "The Emperor's New Clothes," "The Snow Queen," and "Thumbelina."

What sets Andersen's fairy tales apart is their ability to resonate with readers on multiple levels. While they often feature fantastical elements and magical creatures, they also explore complex themes such as love, identity, friendship, and the human condition. Andersen's stories are imbued with a sense of wonder and whimsy, but they also contain deeper messages and moral lessons that continue to resonate with readers to this day.

"The Complete Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen" brings together Andersen's entire body of work, offering readers the opportunity to immerse themselves in his enchanting world of fantasy and imagination. With timeless stories that have been beloved for generations, Andersen's fairy tales continue to captivate readers of all ages with their charm, wit, and profound insight into the human experience.