H. C. Andersen

H. C. Andersen was a Danish author, born on 2 April 1805 in Odense, Denmark. He is best known for his fairy tales, which include world-famous tales such as "The Little Girl with the Brimstones," "The Emperor's New Clothes," "The Twins," "The Pigboy" and many others.

Born into a poor family, he had an early career as a singer and actor before turning to writing fairy tales. His first collection of fairy tales, "Fairy Tales Told for Children," was published in 1835 and was an instant success. His stories were quickly translated into many languages and have since inspired generations of children's books and films.

H. C. Andersen's fairy tales are characterized by their imaginative and poetic style, and they often include a mixture of seriousness and humor. They have been recognized as classics in world literature and have a strong influence on children's literature and culture.

He died on August 4, 1875 in Copenhagen, Denmark, but his work continues to inspire and touch people all over the world. He will always be remembered as one of Denmark's most loved and admired authors and one of the world's greatest story tellers.