 -
3 years 5 months ago
- Posts: 104
|
When I was little, my mother would often read to me--usually short picture books like Goldilocks and the 3 Bears, those Golden Books (if you were a '70s kid, you'll know what I'm talking about).
But the one I remember and loved the best was a collection of stories by Hans Christian Andersen. He was a Danish author (1805-1875)who achieved world fame for his fairy tales, such as: The Emperor's New Clothes, The Little Match Girl, The Ugly Duckling, The Steadfast Tin Soldier. These stories transcended time and cultures.
My mom would sit and read these stories at my bedside until I fell asleep.
There are statues of Andersen in his native Denmark, as well as one in New York's Central Park.
If you have small children, do them a favor and make them aware of this man's incredible work.
|
Forum Index
