Book 2

A stunning collection of favourite stories by the master of fairy tales.

Here, magnificently illustrated, are thirteen of Hans Christian Andersen's very best stories. Combining dark moments of genius with lighter moment of fantasy, the tales include The Princess and the Pea, Thumbelina, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, The Snow Queen and many more.

El Patito Feo

by Hans Christian Andersen

Published 1 January 1971
The new duckling is scorned by everyone because he is different but after a lonely winter he discovers he has grown into a beautiful swan.

Two dishonest weavers sell the vain Emperor an invisible suit of clothes.