The Snow Queen

Hans Christian Andersen, Tiina Nunnally

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Penguin Classics
06 November 2025

Classic fiction (pre c 1945)

Series: Little Clothbound Classics

A Little Clothbound Classic bringing together Hans Christian Andersen's most cherished Christmas tales in one timeless edition

Step into the enchanting world of Hans Christian Andersen with this collection of timeless Christmas tales, capturing both the magic and melancholy of the season. This selection brings together Andersen's most beloved works, from the magical journey of 'The Snow Queen' to the heart-breaking 'The Little Match Girl', and the tender reflections on the passage of time in 'The Fir Tree'. Together these stories show how Andersen transformed the traditional fairy tale with his unique ability to blend exuberant whimsy and profound insight.

By: Hans Christian Andersen
Translated by: Tiina Nunnally
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 167mm, Width: 114mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 500g
ISBN: 9780241779156
ISBN 10: 0241779154
Series: Little Clothbound Classics
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 06 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Hans Christian Andersen (Author) Hans Christian Andersen (April 2, 1805 - August 4, 1875) was a Danish author and poet, most famous for his fairy tales. Among his best-known stories are The Snow Queen, The Little Mermaid, Thumbelina, The Little Match Girl, The Ugly Duckling and The Red Shoes. During Andersen's lifetime he was feted by royalty and acclaimed for having brought joy to children across Europe. His fairy tales have been translated into over 150 languages and continue to be published in millions of copies all over the world. Tiina Nunnally (Translator) Tiina Nunnally is an award-winning translator (from Danish, Norwegian and Swedish) and novelist. She was awarded the prestigious PEN Translation Prize in 2001 for her translation of the third volume of Sigrid Undset's Kristin Lavransdatter, and her translations of Hans Christian Andersen and Tove Ditlevsen for Penguin Classics have been widely praised.