Shirley Goulden — Tales from Hans Anderson

London , W. H. Allen, 1966. Hardback. A charming collection of children's stories from Hans Anderson and retold by Shirley Goulden. Hans Christian Anderson was a Danish author most remembered for his literary fairy tales, including The Emperor's New Clothes, The Little Mermaid, The Snow Queen and The Ugly Duckling. His stories have been turned into ballets, plays and made into films. This charming children's collection of stories, retold by Shirley Goulden includes The Ugly Duckling, The Tin Soldier, The Dancing Flowers and The Wild Swans with beautiful colour illustrations. With a clear but decorative dustwrapper. In the publisher's original hardback binding. Externally, smart with a few signs of wear. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean pages. In a clear but decorative dustwrapper that has a small tear to the head. Very Good . Ill.: Maraja. Very Good .