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Little Match Girl

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By: (1805-1875)

The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen is a heart-wrenching tale that follows the tragic story of a poor young girl struggling to survive on the cold streets of a bustling city. Despite her harsh reality, the girl maintains a sense of innocence and hope, finding solace in the matches she sells.

Andersen expertly weaves a poignant narrative that explores themes of poverty, loneliness, and the power of imagination. The emotional depth of the story is enhanced by Andersen's vivid descriptions and detailed imagery, creating a vivid and immersive reading experience.

As the story reaches its tragic conclusion, readers are left with a sense of sorrow and compassion for the girl's plight. The Little Match Girl serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and kindness towards those less fortunate.

Overall, The Little Match Girl is a poignant and thought-provoking tale that will resonate with readers of all ages. Andersen's timeless classic continues to convey important messages about the human experience and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity.

Book Description:
This is a recording of seven immortal and delightful fairy tales written by Hans Christian Andersen. The Little Match Girl is of course the first, followed by The Swineherd, The Real Princess, The Leap Frog, The Elderbush, The Bell and finally, The Old House. They cover a wide range of topics but all demonstrate the storytelling genius of the prolific Danish author who gave us so many memorable and cherished tales.


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Reviews (Rated: 4 Stars - 10 reviews)

Reviewer: - July 27, 2021
Subject: andersen's fairy tales
it very good
Reviewer: - March 20, 2021
Subject: nehemiah
this is so funny
Reviewer: - May 30, 2020
Subject: oops
evil ideas or how to trick big people, but so many idea tales.
Reviewer: - January 30, 2019
Subject: Reading speed and modulation
The reading is very fast. Telling a story and voice modulations are a skill. Many readings seem to be missing this. Difficult for children to follow and does not capture attention.
Reviewer: - December 31, 2017
Subject: Nice presentation
The best readers are for The Fir Tree and the Snow Queen. It really is skill + voice that makes the story come alive. Anderson always breaks the heart with his characters and their sad experiences! I know this will be a resource for my library.
Reviewer: - January 26, 2016
Most volunteers need to read more slowly for children's books. Some readers should not be reading at all, since they have little expression.
Reviewer: - August 8, 2014
Subject: Review
This was not an exciting book to listen to but it was nice. Such a different world back then. Narrations were good.
Reviewer: - February 3, 2014
Subject: Could be better
Some of the stories are read better than others with different narrators. When they are read so dull, like some of the stories I would not advice to play it to children, for adults it seems okay when you’re concentrated. About the author I think most of his stories don’t have a happy ending thus the book is quite sad. From all the stories just a few are really good, like the little match girl, emperors new clothes or the fir tree.
Reviewer: - October 27, 2013
Subject: good book
Good book but needs more stories.
Reviewer: - October 9, 2013
Subject: Andersen's Fairy Tale
The voice is so sad and depressing in chapter 2. I will not let my children listen to this audio. Such an interesting story being told in such a sad and monotonous tone.


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