H. C. Andersen

Stories from Hans Andersen (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

THE SNOW QUEEN One day he was in a high state of delight because he had invented a mirror Many a winter's night she flies through the streets Then an old, old woman came out of the house She has read all the newspapers in the world, and forgotten them again, so clever is she 'It is gold, it is gold!' they cried Kissed her on the mouth, while big shining tears trickled down its face The Snow Queen sat in the very middle of it when she sat at home THE NIGHTINGALE Even the poor fisherman ... lay still to listen to it 'Is it possible?' said the gentleman-in-waiting. 'I should never have thought it was like that' Took some water into their mouths to try and make the same gurgling, ... thinking so to equal the nightingale The music-master wrote five-and-twenty volumes about the artificial bird Even Death himself listened to the song THE REAL PRINCESS 'I have hardly closed my eyes the whole night! Heaven knows what was in the bed. I seemed to be lying upon some hard thing, and my whole body is black and blue this morning. It is terrible!' (Frontispiece) THE GARDEN OF PARADISE His grandmother had told him ...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: anboco
• Seitenzahl: 500
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. August 2016
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783736409897
• Artikelnr.: 45547648

Autorenporträt

Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was a Danish author and poet renowned for his fairy tales and literary contributions that have captivated readers worldwide. Born in Odense, Denmark, Andersen grew up in humble beginnings, marked by poverty and early struggles. Despite these challenges, his creative talents began to flourish at a young age, and he developed a love for storytelling and theater. As a writer, Andersen embraced Romanticism, infusing his tales with themes of love, fate, transformation, and the struggle for personal fulfillment. His narratives often featured protagonists who overcome adversity and discover their true selves through courage, kindness, and perseverance. Andersen's stories also reflected his keen observations of human nature and society, addressing themes of social class, identity, and the pursuit of dreams. Beyond fairy tales, Andersen wrote plays, travelogues, poetry, and novels, showcasing his versatility and literary craftsmanship. His works were influenced by his travels across Europe, where he met and befriended prominent figures such as Charles Dickens and Alexandre Dumas. Hans Christian Andersen's contributions to literature earned him admiration and recognition during his lifetime, and his legacy continues to endure today. His fairy tales have been translated into numerous languages and adapted into various forms of media, cementing his status as one of the most beloved storytellers in history. Andersen's ability to blend imagination with profound insight into the human condition remains a source of inspiration for readers of all ages around the world.