This title is part of four new titles in the fantastic First Reading series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. Luxurious hardback editions foster pride in book ownership and enthusiasm for reading. Each of these four exciting new stories is a classic story or fable, retold with simple text to delight and inspire any child who is just beginning to read. This key series was developed in conjunction with reading expert Allison Kelly from the University of Surrey, a reading specialist. Every title has clear and compelling text that allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills and is accompanied by charming and highly appealing illustrations.

«Märchen wie «Die kleine Meerjungfrau», «Das hässliche Entlein» oder «Die Schneekönigin» haben Hans Christian Andersen weltberühmt gemacht und Generationen von Kindern und Erwachsenen bezaubert. In diesem reich illustrierten Geschenkband sind seine berühmtesten und schönsten Märchen versammelt.»

For 150 years, the tales of Hans Christian Andersen have been delighting both adults and children. This edition contains all of Andersen's 168 tales, and among the favourites are The Red Shoes, The Mermaid, The Emperor's New Clothes, and The Ugly Duckling.