The Little Mermaid

How much are you willing to sacrifice in the name of love? In the beloved fairy tale ´The Little Mermaid´, Hans Christian Andersen beautifully depicts a mermaid princess' tranquil but tragic life under the sea. Curious about humans, the princess daringly ventures above the surface and finds herself drawn to a human prince. However, being unable to do anything about her growing love for the prince, she eventually seeks help from a mystical sea witch, who changes her life forever - but at what cost? A story which uncovers themes such as unrequited love and alienation, ´The Little Mermaid´ is the ideal read for fans of Guillermo del Toro's ´The Shape of Water´. A live-action remake featuring Halle Bailey is set to release in 2023. Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was a Danish author, poet, and artist. Celebrated for children’s literature, his most cherished fairy tales include "The Emperor's New Clothes", "The Little Mermaid", "The Snow Queen", and "The Ugly Duckling". Fil størrelse: 36713 KB Indlæst af: Nneka Okoye

The little mermaid dreams of swimming up to the sea surface and the world above. She falls in love with a human prince - but what price will she pay to live in his world? Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). 800 headwords, 2,025 words

The little mermaid dreams of swimming up to the sea surface and the world above. She falls in love with a human prince - but what price will she pay to live in his world? Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). 800 headwords, 2,025 words

The Little Mermaid is one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved fairytales. This new edition lets the reader delight in Peter Madsen's fabulous illustrations, which compliment the beautiful tale of the mermaid and her unrequited love.

The Little Mermaid is a beautiful hardcover book from the book series “My first tales”. This book is about the journey of a young mermaid who is willing to give up her life in the name of love. Because of the strong love towards the prince, the little mermaid changes her fishtail for a pair of slender legs. Failing to achieve reciprocity, she dies and turns into a seafoam. “ My first tales ” is a collection of H. C. Andersen’s world-famous fairy tales that have been gently retold for our young readers. Each book from this collection is illustrated by an award-winning artist. Hans Christian Andersen Copenhagen has carefully selected artists for each individual fairy tale, in order to convey the mood of the tale as well as to create magical and memorable characters. Each book from the “ My first tales ” collection contains an interesting story about the life of H. C. Andersen and is accompanied by a short interview with an illustrator.

The Little Mermaid is a beautiful hardcover book from the book series “My first tales”. This book is about the journey of a young mermaid who is willing to give up her life in the name of love. Because of the strong love towards the prince, the little mermaid changes her fishtail for a pair of slender legs. Failing to achieve reciprocity, she dies and turns into a seafoam. “ My first tales ” is a collection of H. C. Andersen’s world-famous fairy tales that have been gently retold for our young readers. Each book from this collection is illustrated by an award-winning artist. Hans Christian Andersen Copenhagen has carefully selected artists for each individual fairy tale, in order to convey the mood of the tale as well as to create magical and memorable characters. Each book from the “ My first tales ” collection contains an interesting story about the life of H. C. Andersen and is accompanied by a short interview with an illustrator.

"The little mermaid" er den engelske udgave af Hans Christian Andersens elskede eventyr. Bogen er illustreret af Peter Madsen og indholdet er let redigeret. Eventyret om havfruen, der forelsker sig i en jordisk prins, er en bjergtagende, tragisk kærlighedshistorie. Hendes længsel efter det uopnåelige tager hende til havheksens hjem, hvor hun indgår en meget farlig aftale. "The little mermaid" udkommer også på dansk. Peter Madsen har i årevis drømt om at illustrere eventyret om den lille havfrue. Hvad der oprindeligt skulle have været en 32-siders bog eksploderede til noget dobbelt så langt.

"The little mermaid" er den engelske udgave af Hans Christian Andersens elskede eventyr. Bogen er illustreret af Peter Madsen og indholdet er let redigeret. Eventyret om havfruen, der forelsker sig i en jordisk prins, er en bjergtagende, tragisk kærlighedshistorie. Hendes længsel efter det uopnåelige tager hende til havheksens hjem, hvor hun indgår en meget farlig aftale. "The little mermaid" udkommer også på dansk. Peter Madsen har i årevis drømt om at illustrere eventyret om den lille havfrue. Hvad der oprindeligt skulle have været en 32-siders bog eksploderede til noget dobbelt så langt.

Benjamin Lacombe’s haunting illustrations alongside Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story of love and loss showcase the tale in an enchanting new light French artist Benjamin Lacombe has created stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork to illustrate the pages of Hans Christian Andersen’s original tale about a young mermaid who makes a devastating deal with a sea witch and transforms into a human, only to end up heartbroken, lose the deal, and lose her life. The book’s illustrations and design are unique, captivating, and unexpectedly haunting, appealing to adult fans of Benjamin Lacombe and the pop surrealist movement as well as a younger audience, especially with the upcoming nostalgia-fueled remake of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. In addition to Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story, the book also includes additional pages featuring Andersen’s unrequited love letters to Edvard Collins and a postface by Lacombe with historical biography and context. In an essay, Lacombe explores LGBTQ themes in Hans Christian Andersen’s life. Frustrated with the overly feminine depictions of the story’s protagonist throughout history, Lacombe has created an androgynous mermaid to showcase the classic tale in a new light.

“ The Little Mermaid ” continues to resonate through its profound exploration of universal themes such as desire, identity, unrequited love, and concepts of an afterlife or reincarnation, all centered around the adventurous spirit of the little mermaid, who courageously navigates love and sacrifice. Though shaped by an era whose social and moral values may seem inappropriate or antiquated today, Andersen’s tale remains powerful and relevant. Lomaev’s evocative illustrations vividly reflect Andersen’s captivating descriptions of the undersea kingdom, rendered with a dreamlike intensity that invites readers of all ages to immerse themselves in its haunting beauty. His artwork captures the little mermaid’s perilous journey and inner struggles as she faces the far-reaching consequences of her choices and encounters the often harsh yet exhilarating human world, evoking both fear and hope. “The Little Mermaid” is the first book in the “Illustrated Classics” collection. Anton Lomaev has been nominated for the prestigious 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award, recognising his exceptional contributions to children’s book illustration worldwide. Presented biennially by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY), the Hans Christian Andersen Award is the highest international honour for creators of children’s literature. It celebrates one author and one illustrator whose complete body of work has made a lasting impact on children’s literature around the world.

Benjamin Lacombe’s haunting illustrations alongside Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story of love and loss showcase the tale in an enchanting new light French artist Benjamin Lacombe has created stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork to illustrate the pages of Hans Christian Andersen’s original tale about a young mermaid who makes a devastating deal with a sea witch and transforms into a human, only to end up heartbroken, lose the deal, and lose her life. The book’s illustrations and design are unique, captivating, and unexpectedly haunting, appealing to adult fans of Benjamin Lacombe and the pop surrealist movement as well as a younger audience, especially with the upcoming nostalgia-fueled remake of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. In addition to Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story, the book also includes additional pages featuring Andersen’s unrequited love letters to Edvard Collins and a postface by Lacombe with historical biography and context. In an essay, Lacombe explores LGBTQ themes in Hans Christian Andersen’s life. Frustrated with the overly feminine depictions of the story’s protagonist throughout history, Lacombe has created an androgynous mermaid to showcase the classic tale in a new light.

“ The Little Mermaid ” continues to resonate through its profound exploration of universal themes such as desire, identity, unrequited love, and concepts of an afterlife or reincarnation, all centered around the adventurous spirit of the little mermaid, who courageously navigates love and sacrifice. Though shaped by an era whose social and moral values may seem inappropriate or antiquated today, Andersen’s tale remains powerful and relevant. Lomaev’s evocative illustrations vividly reflect Andersen’s captivating descriptions of the undersea kingdom, rendered with a dreamlike intensity that invites readers of all ages to immerse themselves in its haunting beauty. His artwork captures the little mermaid’s perilous journey and inner struggles as she faces the far-reaching consequences of her choices and encounters the often harsh yet exhilarating human world, evoking both fear and hope. “The Little Mermaid” is the first book in the “Illustrated Classics” collection. Anton Lomaev has been nominated for the prestigious 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award, recognising his exceptional contributions to children’s book illustration worldwide. Presented biennially by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY), the Hans Christian Andersen Award is the highest international honour for creators of children’s literature. It celebrates one author and one illustrator whose complete body of work has made a lasting impact on children’s literature around the world.

Celebrate this timeless classic with the master of paper engineering. With stunning pop-ups and elaborative interactive details, this is a gift that will be treasured by generations. Adapted by master pop-up artist Robert Sabuda, this magical and heart-breaking tale by Hans Christian Andersen comes to life in bold colour. With a jaw-dropping number of three-dimensional pop-ups on every page, dive inside the towering underwater castle, sail on the prince’s elaborate ship, and explore the beautiful castle grounds. A story of true love and sacrifice bound to capture the hearts of young and old. Other pop-up books by Robert Sabuda: The 12 Days of Christmas Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Beauty and the Beast The Little Mermaid The Night Before Christmas Peter Pan Winter’s Tale The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Celebrate this timeless classic with the master of paper engineering. With stunning pop-ups and elaborative interactive details, this is a gift that will be treasured by generations. Adapted by master pop-up artist Robert Sabuda, this magical and heart-breaking tale by Hans Christian Andersen comes to life in bold colour. With a jaw-dropping number of three-dimensional pop-ups on every page, dive inside the towering underwater castle, sail on the prince’s elaborate ship, and explore the beautiful castle grounds.A story of true love and sacrifice bound to capture the hearts of young and old. Other pop-up books by Robert Sabuda: The 12 Days of Christmas Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Beauty and the Beast The Little Mermaid The Night Before Christmas Peter Pan Winter’s Tale The Wonderful Wizard of Oz