Hans Christian Andersen - Die Nachtigall (deutsch - German)

by Hans Christian Andersen

Overview

"The Nightingale" is a literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about an emperor who prefers the tinkling of a bejeweled mechanical bird to the song of a real nightingale. When the Emperor is near death, the nightingale's song restores his health. (Wikipedia)

99 Cent Book - Hans Christian Anderson

Product Details

BN ID:	2940013452893
Publisher:	Dream Land Publishing
Publication date:	12/02/2011
Series:	Hans Christian Andersen - 99 cent Reihe , #3
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	328 KB
Age Range:	3 - 5 Years
Language:	German

About the Author

Hans Christian Andersen referred to using the initials H. C. Andersen in Denmark and the rest of Scandinavia; April 2, 1805 – August 4, 1875 was a Danish author, fairy tale writer, and poet noted for his children's stories. These include "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," "The Snow Queen," "The Little Mermaid," "Thumbelina," "The Little Match Girl," and "The Ugly Duckling."

During his lifetime he was acclaimed for having delighted children worldwide, and was feted by royalty. His poetry and stories have been translated into more than 150 languages. They have inspired motion pictures, plays, ballets, and animated films. (Wikipedia)

Date of Birth:

April 2, 1805

Date of Death:

August 4, 1875

Place of Birth:

Odense, Denmark

Place of Death:

Copenhagen, Denmark