Hans Christian Andersen

Hans Christian Andersen

02-Apr-1805


Denmark


Author

Hans Christian Andersen gained international acclaim for his innovative, influential myths. Many of his stories, including "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Princess and Pea," remain at the top of the genre.

QUOTES BY Hans Christian Andersen


"But a mermaid has no tears, and therefore she suffers so much more."

"When the bird of the heart begins to sing, too often will reason stop up her ears."

"Where words fail, music speaks."

"Just living is not enough," said the butterfly, "one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower."

"To travel is to live."

"To move, to breathe, to fly, to float, To gain all while you give, To roam the roads of lands remote, To travel is to live."

"Enjoy life. There's plenty of time to be dead."

"Every man's life is a fairy tale, written by God's fingers."

"Life is like a beautiful melody, only the lyrics are messed up."

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