Παραμύθια Δανικά, εκ των του Ανδερσεν by H. C. Andersen and Demetrios Vikelas
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2010
Vikelas, Demetrios, 1835-1908
Greek
"Παραμύθια Δανικά, εκ των του Ανδερσεν" by H. C. Andersen and Demetrios Vikelas is a collection of fairy tales likely written in the early 19th century. The collection includes well-known stories that have captivated audiences in Europe and America, with themes that often explore morality, identity, and the extraordinary in the everyday. Key tales ...
and perspectives. The opening of the collection begins with a warm preface addressed to children, expressing a desire for them to enjoy reading these fairy tales after completing their studies and duties. The translator, Vikelas, hopes to inspire young readers to appreciate literature that is both entertaining and educational. The first tale, "The Emperor's New Clothes," introduces a vain king obsessed with fashion, who is deceived by two con men claiming to weave a magical fabric that only the wise can see. As the story unfolds, the king’s pride leads him to don "invisible" clothes, which culminates in the revelation of his nakedness by a child, serving as a poignant commentary on pride and self-deception. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
William Johnson
5 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the examples used throughout the text are practical and relevant. An excellent read overall.
Michelle Garcia
2 months agoDuring my studies, I found that the content remains relevant throughout without filler. This sets a high standard for similar books.
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Aiden Torres
3 days agoInitially overlooked, this book the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. This was both informative and enjoyable.