![]() His first book of fairy tales was published in 1835. He went to university in the capital city of Copenhagen and began his writing.Īndersen was first known as a poet, and his poetry won him many patrons and paid his way to travel throughout Europe. He received some money and could afford to continue his education thanks to the help of a patron of the arts, the director of the Royal Theatre. He grew even poorer and almost died of hunger. He was an artist, and a singer, and an actor, but he was not a success at first. ![]() ![]() You will also find the occasional shoemaker.Įven as a child he always loved the arts, and he left home at age 14 to make his fortune. In his stories you will find many themes of the differences between the poor and wealthy classes. His father was a shoemaker, and his mother was a washerwoman for rich people in large homes. ![]() In fact, the year 2005 will mark his 200th birthday! He was born in Odense, Denmark, almost 2 centuries ago on April 2, 1805. Andersen Fairy Tales Classic Video Fairy Tales, Games and Activities ![]()
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