H. C. Andersen
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Two rascally weavers convince the emperor they are making clothing that will make him look "cool" and will let him know who else is "cool," as well, but when he wears them during the Royal Parade, a child cries out that the emperor has nothing on. Includes author's note about the story's origins.
45) The pea blossom
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In a garden near Beijing, five peas in a shell grow and wait to discover what fate has in store for them.
49) Thumbelina
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A tiny girl no bigger than a thumb is stolen by a great ugly toad and subsequently has many adventures and makes many animal friends, before finding the perfect mate in a warm and beautiful southern land.
51) The Snow Queen
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The strength of a little girl's love enables her to overcome many obstacles and free a boy from the Snow Queen's spell.
53) The wild swans
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Eleven brothers, turned into wild swans by an evil stepmother, are saved by the sacrifices of their beautiful sister, Elise.