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The Emperor's New Clothes

Name: The Emperor's New Clothes
ISBN: 9782894298848

By Hans Christian Andersen and Jane Brierley

When a dazzling new outfit appears, why can’t anyone admit what they see?

classic · humorous · magical · mischievous

Genres

Classics Fairy Tales Humour

What is The Emperor's New Clothes about?

An emperor cares more about looking splendid than ruling wisely, and he spends a fortune on a magnificent new suit. Two clever swindlers promise to make clothes so special that only the wise can see them—but the garments are invisible. Afraid of seeming foolish, everyone praises the emperor’s imaginary outfit as he proudly parades through the streets. At last, a child speaks the truth, and the emperor must face the embarrassing reality that he is wearing nothing at all.

About the author

Hans Christian Andersen was a famous Danish author known for writing magical fairy tales that children all over the world love. Some of his most well-known stories include 'The Little Mermaid', 'The Ugly Duckling', and 'The Emperor’s New Clothes'. His imaginative tales continue to inspire and delight readers of all ages.

Pages

29 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

1996

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