The Ugly Duckling, Geoffrey Thomas
The Ugly Duckling, Geoffrey Thomas
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The Ugly Duckling
A Redemptive Retelling

Author: Geoffrey Thomas

Narrator: Paul Michael

Unabridged: 11 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: One Audiobooks

Published: 03/03/2024


Synopsis

This story is excerpted from The Emperor's New Clothes: And Other Stories by Geoffrey Thomas. These short stories are brimming with the big-heartedness, warmth and homespun humour that the author is known for. Geoffrey Thomas introduces curious characters in this mesmerising story based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale. Perfect for Middle Grade (9–12 year-old) readers and teeming with gospel truth and encouragement.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bionic Jean on December 21, 2024

Is there anyone who does not know the the famous fairytale story of The Ugly Duckling? Originally the Danish author, Hans Christian Andersen called it (view spoiler)[ “The Young Swans” (hide spoiler)] , but then decided against giving away the surprise ending, and renamed it The Ugly Duckling (“Den grimme ælling”). So just in c......more

Goodreads review by Ahmed on June 14, 2018

You guys know I hate Hans Christian Anderson's way of ending the stories. I started this with the same expectations. But unexpectedly here I got the happy ending! HAPPY ENDING!! 😊 --As always, his writing style didn't fail to amuse me. I totally love him for this. --For those like me who have......more

Goodreads review by Calista on July 13, 2019

I feel like this is one of the most powerful fables told to children. It is one of my favorite stories. I think it is also one of the archetypes that is really running in todays world. There are so many people who don’t feel like they belong to their families, who are rejected by their communities.......more

Goodreads review by Luvtoread (Trying to catch up) on December 31, 2019

Wonderful children's story but fun for any age! I have always loved all of Hand Christian Andersen's books!!......more

Goodreads review by Huda on August 14, 2015

It's a wonderful story about Self-acceptance,The Difference and how it does not necessarily mean a bad thing! بجد تحفة و في رأيي كبير او صغير قراها فهو هيستمتع جدا و هيستفاد كمان ! :)......more