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Hans Christian Andersen , often referred to in Scandinavia as H. C. Andersen (2 April 1805 – 4 August 1875), was a Danish author. Although a prolific writer of plays, travelogues, novels, and poems, Andersen is best remembered for his fairy tales. Andersen's popularity is not limited to children: his stories express themes that transcend age and nationality.

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26 Fairy Tales by Hans Christian Anderson, with beautiful fanciful illustrations by Jiri Trnka. Includes the fairy tales of: The Tinder Box, The Nightingale, The Snow Queen, The Shepherdess and the Chimney-Sweep, The Fir Tree, The Old House, The Silver Shilling, The Flying Trunk, The Constant Tin Soldier, Thumbykin, The Travelling Companion, Mother Elder, The Wild Swans, The Swineherd, The Happy Family, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Toad, The Little Mermaid, The Sandman, Simple Johnie, The Real Princess, The Ugly Duckling, The Money Box, The Leaping Match, Five Peas in a Pod, and Little Ida's Flowers.