The Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales. by H. C. Andersen

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Author Andersen, H. C. (Hans Christian), 1805-1875
Translator Fuller, Fanny
Title The Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales.
Contents The Ice-maiden -- The Butterfly -- The Psyche -- The Snail and the Rose-tree
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Summary "The Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales" by Hans Christian Andersen is a collection of fairy tales written in the mid-19th century. This enchanting narrative unfolds primarily around a young boy named Rudy, set against the stunning backdrop of the Swiss Alps. The tale introduces the Ice-Maiden, a mystical and powerful figure, who has a deep connection to the natural elements and who seeks to claim Rudy as her own, reflecting themes of love, loss, and the struggle against darker forces. The opening of the tale introduces readers to Rudy, a curious and adventurous boy who lives with his grandfather and tends to goats. His character, marked by boldness and a yearning for exploration, is juxtaposed against the mysterious presence of the Ice-Maiden, who longs to harness Rudy's spirit. As the story develops, we learn of Rudy's tragic past and the deep emotional connections he has with his family. The narrative draws readers into a vivid world where nature is alive, and the tension between human aspirations and supernatural powers begins to unfold, setting the stage for Rudy’s adventures and challenges that intertwine his fate with that of the enchanting, yet foreboding, Ice-Maiden. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fairy tales
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EBook-No. 18604
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 1, 2006
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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