Hans Christian Andersen
Danish writer known for fairy tales
ποΈApril 2, 1805 - August 4, 1875
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πBiography
Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author and poet, renowned as the "father of modern fairy tales" with stories like "The Little Mermaid" and "The Ugly Duckling" that have enchanted generations worldwide.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Wrote over 150 fairy tales
- β¦Author of The Ugly Duckling and The Emperor's New Clothes
π¬Famous Quotes
"Life itself is a fairy tale
"Just be brave to try, nothing is impossible
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