The Steadfast Tin Soldier - The Golden Age of Illustration Series - Andersen, Hans Christian
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This volume of the Golden Age of Illustration Series contains Hans Christian Andersen's 'The Steadfast Tin Soldier', first published in May of 1838. This classic fairy tale has been continuously in print in different editions since its first publication, with many, many, different artists illustrating the story over the years. This edition features a beautiful collection of the best of that art, taken from the likes of Arthur Rackham, W. Heath Robinson, Kay Nielsen, Mabel Lucie Attwell, Anne Anderson, Milo Winter, among others. This series of books celebrates the Golden Age of Illustration.…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
This volume of the Golden Age of Illustration Series contains Hans Christian Andersen's 'The Steadfast Tin Soldier', first published in May of 1838. This classic fairy tale has been continuously in print in different editions since its first publication, with many, many, different artists illustrating the story over the years. This edition features a beautiful collection of the best of that art, taken from the likes of Arthur Rackham, W. Heath Robinson, Kay Nielsen, Mabel Lucie Attwell, Anne Anderson, Milo Winter, among others. This series of books celebrates the Golden Age of Illustration. During this period, the popularity, abundance and - most importantly - the unprecedented upsurge in the quality of illustrated works marked an astounding change in the way that publishers, artists and the general public came to view this hitherto insufficiently esteemed art form. The Golden Age of Illustration Series, has sourced the rare original editions of these books and reproduced the beautiful art work in order to build a unique collection of illustrated fairy tales.
Autorenporträt
Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was a Danish author renowned for his fairy tales, which have captivated readers of all ages worldwide. Born into a poor family in Odense, Denmark, Andersen overcame significant hardships to become one of the most celebrated writers of his time. He is best known for his imaginative and poignant fairy tales, such as The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, Thumbelina, and The Emperor's New Clothes. These stories often combine elements of fantasy and moral lessons, reflecting themes of resilience, love, and transformation. Andersen's works have been translated into numerous languages, securing his legacy as a cornerstone of children's literature.