Thumbelina

by Hans Christian Andersen

Published 1 January 1900
A tiny girl no bigger than a thumb is stolen by a great ugly toad and subsequently has many adventures and makes many animal friends, before finding the perfect mate in a warm and beautiful southern land.

The Little Match Girl

by Hans Christian Andersen

Published 1 September 1970
The wares of the poor little match girl illuminate her cold world, bringing some beauty to her brief, tragic life.