The Ugly Duckling
A Redemptive Retelling

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

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

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

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

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