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      The Ugly Duckling

      by Hans Christian Andersen
      Published
      Jan 1843
      Main Genre
      Fantasy Fantasy
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      152
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      The Ugly Duckling


      Tale of the little swan, growing up in the yard with ducks and suffers much cruelty, before being joined by a swan family.


      The famous and much-loved Danish author Hans Christian Andersen celebrated his 200 anniversary  the year 2005.

      On this occasion we have published five of his best tales retold for children aged 3-9 years and with new illustrations: Tinderbox, The Little Match Girl, The Nightingale, The Emperor's New Clothes and The Ugly Duckling.


      Hans Christian Andersen wrote The Ugly Duckling in 1844.

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      Genres & Themes

      Genres

      Speculative Fiction

      Subgenres

      Fantasy Graphic Novel Horror

      Themes

      Fairy Tales / Folklore

      Age Level

      Kids (12 & Under) Kids: Middle Grade Kids: Picture Books

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