For the first time in Russia - a complete collection of fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen in one book! This book contains all the fairy tales of the world famous Danish writer, translated into Russian over the past 150 years. They are illustrated with the best works from second-hand book publications of the 19th and 20th centuries and supplemented by a biography and personal correspondence of the author. “Life is the most beautiful of fairy tales,” said Hans Christian Andersen. His fairy tales are an integral part of both children's and adult worlds. They are relevant for any age. Tales of G.H. Andersen have a special atmosphere; they cannot be confused with any others. Everyone knows their heroes: the little girl Gerda, who was not afraid of the Snow Queen, and the gentle Eliza, ready for any feat just to disenchant her swan brothers, the touching Thumbelina and the steadfast tin soldier... In the wonderful world of Andersen, everything breathes magical life: even the most ordinary things talk at night, make peace and quarrel, strive for love and happiness...