Nightingale · Snowman

Author: EGMONT Company, Denmark
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Publish Date: 2005-02-01
Features: On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of Hans Christian Andersen's birth, as part of the HCA—2005 Global Celebration, Timespace Cultural Development Co., Ltd. meticulously produced 15 animated book series titled "Hans Christian Andersen Tells Stories." This series is adapted from the 26-episode animated series "Hans Christian Andersen Tells Stories," which will be broadcast successively on CCTV and local television stations. The "Hans Christian Andersen Tells Stories" animated series was created by EGMONT Company, Denmark, by selecting and originalizing 30 of Hans Christian Andersen's 160+ fairy tales. The style is unique, with neat, delicate, and beautiful visuals that vividly recreate the essence of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales. The books complement the animated series, bringing Chinese young readers a completely fresh experience.
The Snowman Summary: A newly born snowman, curious about what love is, becomes completely enchanted with the stove in the house. They fall deeply in love, gazing at each other with affection during the day and dancing gracefully at night, spending a beautiful winter together. Though they face brief setbacks, it only proves the snowman's sincere love for the stove. In the end, the snowman melts into the arms of his beloved. Inspired by the snowman's genuine affection and joy, even a dog, who had never been swayed by love, begins to fall in love. This story teaches us: No matter how fleeting love may be, life without love is not truly life.
The Nightingale Summary: The enchanting voice of the nightingale wins the admiration of scholars worldwide and even moves the tears of the Chinese emperor. As the emperor lay on his deathbed, the nightingale returns to sing beside him once more. After the messenger of the underworld sheds tears and departs, the emperor's life is extended. After reading this story, you'll realize that the innocence and courage of the little girl are all around us, and the nightingale's actions allow us to experience kindness and warmth in its melodious songs. In truth, the emperor, aside from stepping on people, isn't so hateful either. In the end, he follows the little girl into the fields to understand the true lives of the common people.