“The Ugly Duckling” is one of those stories that most people seem to know, but very few have ever actually read. Until I started this post, I was one of those people. I’d probably read a picture book version as a kid, and I’d seen the odd short cartoon version, but I was surprised toContinue reading “Fairy Tale Facts: The Ugly Duckling”
Tag Archives: Hans Christian Andersen
Fairy Tale Facts: The Nightingale
By 1843, Hans Christian Andersen was a well known writer. His 1837 publication of “The Little Mermaid” had thrust him into the international spotlight. His 1843 collection, the first volume of “New Fairy Tales”, included yet another popular tale, “The Nightingale.” Despite being less well known today, “The Nightingale” is actually a story I’ve knownContinue reading “Fairy Tale Facts: The Nightingale”
Myth or Magic: Mermaid’s Miscommunication
We’ve all asked the question: If Ariel knows how to sign her name (as evidenced by the contract she signs for Ursula), then why doesn’t she just write Eric a note explaining who she is and that he needs to kiss her? Well today, to kick off my Myth or Magic series, we’re going toContinue reading “Myth or Magic: Mermaid’s Miscommunication”
The Silver Shilling
Today’s discovery: The Silver Shilling by Hans Christian Andersen. Until next time, word nerds!
Fairy Tale Facts: Thumbelina
Wow, it’s been a while since I’ve done one of these. On the recommendation of my friend Julie, I’ll be talking about Thumbelina today. Thumbelina, or Tommelise as it was titled in the original Danish, was written by Hans Christian Andersen as a part of his first collection of fairy tales in 1835 and notContinue reading “Fairy Tale Facts: Thumbelina”
