The Stories of Hans Christian Andersen

“The Stories of Hans Christian Andersen is a delightful selection of Andersen’s works for readers of all ages. The Franks’ superb contemporary translation adds to our appreciation of Andersen’s magical universe, and the original illustrations by Vilhelm Pedersen and Lorenz Frølich enrich the reading experience of this modern classic.”

- Kristen Møllegaard, Marvels & Tales

“[T]he Franks have produced a lively work that can be read with pleasure and profit. . . . The text [is] readable, snappy, and appealing . . . [and] is a welcome addition to the body of Andersen translations and will hopefully find the wide audience it deserves.” - Marc Pierce, Journal of American Folklore

“Never before have Andersen’s tales been captured so well in English. . . . Essential. All libraries; all readers.” - J. G. Holland, Choice

“The Franks’ edition finally sets the stories straight, and a valuable opening essay clarifies the tale most often told wrong—Andersen’s own life story.” - Elise Soukup, Newsweek

“This beautiful and useful volume combines new translations of the canonical stories with some of the original illustrations. The introduction and annotations are clear and helpful.” - New York Times Book Review

“A superb book of Andersen’s tales, lively to read and true to the originals. . . . [It] is a perfect place to start for anyone interested in understanding the complex nature of Andersen and his writings.” - Jack Zipes Minneapolis Star Tribune

“Hans Christian Andersen, in aesthetic eminence, is comparable to Dickens and the later Tolstoy. In the cultural dumbing-down represented by the Harry Potter phenomenon, adults and children alike need the actual Andersen, here made brilliantly available by the Franks.” - Harold Bloom, editor of Stories and Poems for Extremely Intelligent Children of All Ages

“The translation of Andersen’s tales by Diana Crone Frank and Jeffrey Frank is cause for real celebration. This edition is far superior to other collections.” - Maria Tatar, author of Off with Their Heads! Fairy Tales and the Culture of Childhood

“This is the real Andersen, restored to life, in the flavor of Danish. He was a perpetual traveler and guest who left behind only this work, and here at last you will find him.” - Garrison Keillor