Author(s): ANDERSON HANS CHRISTIAN

Middle Fiction 8-12-year-olds

A beloved Hans Christian Andersen tale, illustrated by one of the greatest children s illustrators of our time The story of the little mermaid who fell in love with a human boy is well-known and loved by millions but in the hands of internationally acclaimed illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger, it feels brand new. This poignant tale of unrequited love and self-sacrifice helped establish Andersen as one of the foremost writers of fairy tales in the world. Zwerger s signature illustrations add fresh whimsy and charm to Andersen s creation, and her art harmonizes perfectly with the carefully edited translation."