Classic Princess Fairy Tales
By Hans Christian Andersen
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Step into the timeless world of Hans Christian Andersen and rediscover the wonder, beauty, and wisdom found in Classic Princess Fairy Tales.
This premium collector's edition with printed edges and foil stamping makes a perfect aesthetic library addition, book lover gift, or cherished heirloom edition for modern classic collectors.
A collectible keepsake edition, Classic Princess Fairy Tales transforms some of the world's most beloved literary fairytale classics into a volume designed to be cherished for years to come and added to any curated bookshelf or home library. This elegant hardcover features favorites such as The Princess and the Pea, The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, The Snow Queen, Thumbelina, The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Red Shoe and more. Fall in love with these whimsical tales filled with childlike magic, and rediscover how their themes of inner strength, humility, and transformation continue to resonate with modern readers.
This decorative deluxe edition of Classic Princess Fairy Tales:
- Is designed for the modern classic library and a luxurious addition to any literary collection
- For readers who love beautifully crafted classics and collectible hardcover editions
- Boasts premium printed edges, ribbon marker, foiling accents, and beautiful end pages
- Makes a perfect gift for book lovers, students, parents, collectors, or children to have a keepsake and the start of a beautiful classic collection on their shelf.
Equally suited for reading, gifting, and display, this decorative edition brings classic literary charm to any bookshelf, coffee table, or home library. Featuring illustrated interiors and elegant design details, this collectible hardcover invites readers of all ages to reconnect with the meaningful tales of Hans Christian Andersen in a beautifully crafted edition designed to be treasured for generations.
International availability - Europe and the United States.
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| Order Value | Shipping Rates | Timescale | |
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EU and Europe orders
Due to the new EU Regulation 2023/988 (GPSR), not all of our products will be available for you to order yet, we are working on rolling out a wider product range.
| Order value | Under £25 | £25 - £49.99 | £50 - £99.99 | £100 and Over | Timescale |
| Airmail | £ 15 | £ 25 | £ 36 | £ 45 | Usually 2 - 4 weeks |
Rest of the World orders
| Order value | Under £25 | £25 - £49.99 | £50 - £99.99 | £100 and Over | Timescale |
| Airmail | £ 20 | £ 30 | £ 40 | £ 50 | Usually 2 - 4 weeks |
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