Little Thumbelina by Hans Christian Andersen

Name: Little Thumbelina
Author: Hans Christian Andersen

The story revolves around a tiny girl named Thumbelina who is born from a flower after a fairy's magic spell. She is thrown out of the flower and must navigate various obstacles to find her way back home, encountering different creatures along the way.

By Hans Christian Andersen · First published 1835 · Genre: Fairy Tale, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 5,050 words

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THERE was once a woman who wished very much to have a little child. She went to a fairy and said: "I should so very much like to have a little child. Can you tell me where I can find one?"

"Oh, that can be easily managed," said the fairy. "Here is a barleycorn; it is not exactly of the same sort as those which grow in the farmers' fields, and which the chickens eat. Put it into a flowerpot and see what will happen."

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Work type: Short story
Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Date: 1835 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fairy Tale, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Romance
Length: 5,050 words
Structure: 1 section, 67 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Fairy Tale — The story features magical elements, fantastical creatures, and a moral lesson, typical of fairy tales.
Children's Literature — The narrative is simple, imaginative, and suitable for a young audience, with themes of adventure and discovery.
Fantasy — The plot includes fantastical elements such as talking animals and magical transformations, characteristic of fantasy.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey, facing various challenges and meeting different characters, which is a hallmark of adventure stories.