A new selection of 30 tales. At a time when children’s stories were formal, moral and didactic, Hans Christian Andersen revolutionized the genre, giving an anarchic twist to traditional folklore and creating a huge number of utterly original stories that sprang directly from his imagination. From the exuberant early stories such as ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’, though poignant masterpieces such as ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘The Ugly Duckling’, to the darker, more subversive later tales written for adults, the stories included here are endlessly experimental, both humorous and irreverent, sorrowful and strange. This book – beautifully illustrated with a selection of Andersen’s amazing paper cut-outs - will bring these magical tales to life for readers of any age.
Harrison Weir Books






Wild Sports in the far West
- 408 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The Poultry Book; Volume 2
- 378 pages
- 14 hours of reading
My Feathered Friends
- 432 pages
- 16 hours of reading
This charming book is a delightful celebration of the bird life of Britain. With its beautiful illustrations and engaging anecdotes, it will appeal to bird lovers of all ages. From the nimble swallow to the majestic eagle, My Feathered Friends offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of our feathered companions.
A Treasury of Pleasure Books for Young People
- 334 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Introduce the joy of reading to the young children in your life with this treasury of pleasure books. Featuring beautifully illustrated stories and engaging characters, this book will ignite a love for reading that will last a lifetime. Ideal for parents, teachers, and anyone who wants to inspire a child's imagination.
Lily's Scrap-book
- 166 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Lily's Scrap-Book is a charming collection of stories and illustrations for children. Featuring the work of five talented artists, this book is sure to delight young readers and their parents alike.
The Fables of Aesop: With Instructive Applications, and Thirteen Illustrations From Designs by Harrison Weir
- 220 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Three Hundred and Fifty Æsop's Fables
- 328 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Three Hundred Æesop's Fables
- 258 pages
- 10 hours of reading
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The Poultry Book; Volume 1
- 516 pages
- 19 hours of reading