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Andersen's Fairy Tales

by H. C. (Hans Christian) Andersen

EN·~24 minutes·19 chapters

Chapters

19 total

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01 - The Emperor - 00:13:31 Read by: Kara Shallenberg

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02 - The Swineherd - 00:11:26 Read by: Gesine

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03 - The Real Princess - 00:03:18 Read by: Tracy Hall

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04 - The Shoes of Fortune - 01:06:44 Read by: Amanda

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05 - The Fir Tree - 00:25:38 Read by: Taylor Burton-Edward

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06 - The Snow Queen - 01:13:38 Read by: Alice Elizabeth Still

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07 - The Leap Frog - 00:05:05 Read by: Kara Shallenberg

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08 - The Elderbush - 00:16:11 Read by: Amanda Gould, Winnacunnet High School

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09 - The Bell - 00:11:47 Read by: Kevin McAsh

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Description

Step into a world where ordinary moments become magical and simple wishes reveal deeper truths. This collection gathers timeless tales from a 19th‑century Danish storyteller, each voiced by a narrator who brings the characters to life. From a proud ruler humbled by a humble swineherd to a lonely girl whose fleeting flames of hope light a cold winter night, the stories blend wonder with gentle melancholy. The varied tones capture the humor of a mischievous frog, the sparkle of a true‑hearted princess, and the quiet patience of a yearning fir tree.

Whether you are drawn to the icy realm of a queen who freezes everything she touches, the bittersweet journey of a child trading a pearl for a rose, or the sparkle of red shoes that demand dancing, each tale offers a slice of humanity wrapped in enchantment. The collection invites listeners to reflect on kindness, pride, and the fragile beauty of everyday life, all carried by soothing, expressive readings. Perfect for an evening or a shared family moment, these stories remind us that even smallest voices can echo forever.

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Language

en

Duration

~24 minutes (23K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

Oct 20, 2006

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

H. C. (Hans Christian) Andersen

H. C. (Hans Christian) Andersen

1805–1875

Beloved around the world for stories such as The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, and The Snow Queen, this Danish writer transformed fairy tales into works that speak to both children and adults. His imaginative stories remain among the most widely translated works in literature.

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