About “The Little Mermaid”

"The Little Mermaid" is a fairy tale written by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. It was first published in 1837 as part of a collection of stories for children. The tale centers on a young mermaid princess who longs to become human. To achieve this, she sacrifices her life as a mermaid and endures great suffering in hopes of gaining a human soul. The story explores themes of love, sacrifice, and longing. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

Book details

Published
1837
Latest edition
1993 · ISBN 0721441866
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Frequently asked questions

How many pages is The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen has 90 pages.

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