The Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales

Hans Christian Andersen, born on April 2, 1805, in Odense, Denmark, is a towering figure in the world of literature, renowned for his contributions to the fairy tale genre. His life, which spanned from humble beginnings to international acclaim, reads much like his fantastical stories. Against the backdrop of a modest upbringing, he cultivated an inexhaustible imagination, which he poured into his...