Hannah C
Ugly Duckling
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( Aug. 21, 2012)
The story tells of a homely little bird born in a barnyard who suffers abuse from his surroundings until, much to his delight (and to the surprise of others), he matures into a beautiful swan, the most beautiful bird of all. The story is beloved around the world as a tale about personal transformation for the better. The tale has been adapted to various media including opera, musical, and animated film.