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The Little Mermaid

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Classics Fantasy Fiction Romance

by Hans Christian Andersen, Lisbeth Zwerger, Anthea Bell

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4.02 (14.4K ratings)
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description 48 pages

The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen, Lisbeth Zwerger, Anthea Bell holds a highly rated rating of 4.02 out of 5, based on 14.4K reader ratings. First published in 1836. The book spans 48 pages.

About The Little Mermaid

Once there was a little mermaid who fell in love with a human boy . . . The story may be familiar, but Lisbeth Zwerger's art makes this fairytale seem brand-new. This Jubilee edition, celebrating 200 years of Hans Christian Andersen, is superbly illustrated in Zwerger's signature style. Known for her popular and award-winning editions of classics such as The Wizard of Oz and Alice in Wonderland, Zwerger is herself the recipient of the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for lasting contributions to children's literature. The Little Mermaid is sure to win her new fans, and to delight her old ones. The text is an all-new translation by Anthea Bell, and includes many lovely and poignant details that may be new to even those who think they know the little mermaid's story well.

Detail Value
Author Hans Christian Andersen, Lisbeth Zwerger, Anthea Bell
Published 1836
Pages 48
Genres Classics, Fantasy, Fiction, Romance
Average Rating 4.02 / 5.00
Total Ratings 14,361

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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14.4K ratings
With a rating of 4.02, The Little Mermaid is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs on par.

How It Compares

4.02
This Book
4.03
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid is categorized as Classics, Fantasy, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Little Mermaid worth reading?

Based on 14.4K reader ratings, The Little Mermaid has an average score of 4.02 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid has 48 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid was written by Hans Christian Andersen, Lisbeth Zwerger, Anthea Bell. It was first published in 1836.

What is the ISBN for The Little Mermaid?

The ISBN-13 for The Little Mermaid is 9780698400020.0.

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