Introduces a story about sacrifice, transformation and an immortal soul.
Historical person
Hans Christian Andersen Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Hans Christian Andersen, based on 6 World History Database records associated with Denmark.
Chronological biography
1837
Satirizes vanity and conformity through a ruler deceived by false weavers.
Publishes The Emperors New Clothes alongside The Little Mermaid.
Publishes The Little Mermaid in a new childrens fairy-tale booklet.
Explores artistic ambition, social limitation and disappointed love.
Publishes the novel Only a Fiddler in Copenhagen.
Titles and roles
Writer
Record provenance
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