Hans Christian Andersen
Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author best known for his fairy tales, which have been translated into numerous languages and remain popular worldwide. Born on April 2, 1805, in Odense, Denmark, Andersen's stories often feature themes of transformation and moral lessons. His most famous works include 'The Ugly Duckling,' 'The Little Mermaid,' and 'The Emperor's New Clothes.' Andersen's unique storytelling style and imaginative narratives have made a significant impact on children's literature and have inspired countless adaptations in various media. He is celebrated not only for his enchanting tales but also for his contributions to the genre of fairy tales as a whole.
Born on Apr 02, 1805 (220 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| France | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 57,764 | $2,700,000 | 2,389$ |
| Denmark | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 4,532 | $350,000 | 274$ |
| Totals | 2 | 71,065,713 | 62,296 | $3,050,000 | 2,663$ |
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Denmark:
Hans Christian Andersen is remembered for his concern about how he would be remembered after his death.
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France:
La Tour de glace is loosely inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen.
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Denmark:
Hans Christian Andersen is recognized for creating Denmark's first literary whistleblower through his fairy tales.
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Spain:
The tale of Hans Christian Andersen, The Little Mermaid, inspired a bronze statue that became a symbol of Copenhagen.
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Ecuador:
Denmark celebrates its most universal writer, Hans Christian Andersen, on the 150th anniversary of his death.
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Romania:
Hans Christian Andersen is a famous Danish writer known for his fairy tales.
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Denmark:
The exhibition dives into Hans Christian Andersen's love life.
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Portugal:
Hans Christian Andersen is referenced for his creative dialogue with Niels Fischer's work.
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Indonesia:
Hans Christian Andersen is referenced in the article as the author of the tale of the ugly duckling, which parallels Fluminense's journey.
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Denmark:
Hans Christian Andersen is referenced in relation to the airport named after him.
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