
Hans Christian Andersen - CONTES MERVEILLEUX - Tome II
L'ombre
Le papillon
Papotages d'enfants
La pâquerette
La petite fille aux allumettes
La petite Poucette
La petite sirène
La plume et l'encrier
La princesse au petit pois
In this lovingly assembled volume, listeners travel from sun‑baked terraces to quiet, shadow‑lit rooms, following a curious scientist whose own shade becomes a daring messenger. The collection weaves that whimsical premise with classic Andersen gems—fairy‑tale encounters that balance wonder and gentle melancholy. As the stranger watches a luminous garden bloom from across the way, a sense of enchantment settles, inviting the imagination to linger on the magic hidden in everyday moments.
Beyond the opening vignette, the anthology offers beloved stories such as a mermaid yearning for a voice, a swan that discovers its true beauty, and a snow‑crowned queen whose icy realm tests a brave heart. Each tale unfolds with simple elegance, allowing listeners to savor the timeless morals and delicate humor that have charmed generations. The result is a warm, melodic journey through a world where shadows can speak and ordinary life can become extraordinary.
Language
fr
Duration
~6 hours (373K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chuck Greif and www.ebooksgratuits.com
Release date
2006-04-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1805–1875
Best remembered for fairy tales that still feel lively, funny, and a little strange, this Danish writer turned stories like The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, and The Emperor’s New Clothes into classics read around the world. His work often blends fantasy with loneliness, wit, and a sharp eye for human pride and hope.
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