Andersen’s Fairy Tales

5C Hans Christian Andersen. Translated by Mrs. E. Lucas. Illustrated by T. C. And W. Robinson. London: J. M. Dent & Sons, 1930. 

Notes

Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) was a Danish author renowned worldwide for his fairy tales, which have become timeless classics of children’s literature. His stories blend imaginative fantasy with moral and emotional depth, often exploring themes of love, loss, resilience, and transformation. Andersen drew on folk traditions but infused them with his own creativity and distinctive narrative voice, creating tales that could entertain children while offering profound reflections for adults.

Some of his most famous works include The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Snow Queen, and Thumbelina. These stories are celebrated for their memorable characters, inventive plots, and underlying moral lessons. Andersen’s writing often portrays the struggles of outsiders or marginalized figures, emphasizing virtues like kindness, perseverance, and self-discovery. His fairy tales have been translated into countless languages and adapted into films, plays, and operas, securing his lasting legacy as one of the greatest storytellers in world literature.

Description

Cream canvas binding with illustrated upper board and spine. Full color illustrated frontispiece and title page. Black and white illustrations throughout. Angels on endpapers. Some fading to details on illustrated elements of binding. Fine condition overall.