Tuesday, December 16, 2008

The Snow Queen

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The Snow Queen (Sneedronningen) is a fairy tale by author Hans Christian Andersen (1805 - 1875).

The tale was first published in 1845, and centers on the struggle between good and evil as experienced 

by a little boy and girl, Kay and Gerda.

The story is one of Andersen's longest and is considered by scholars, critics, and readers alike as one

of his best. It is regularly included in selected tales and collections of his work as well as being

frequently reprinted in illustrated storybook editions for children. The tale has been adapted in various

media including animated film and television drama.


Snow Queen (2002) (TV) 

The Snow Queen is a powerful story of friendship and the triumph of love over wickedness. 

The story follows a young woman who is forced to battle the wicked snow queen in order 

to save the soul of the man she loves. 

Ever since her mother was found dead in the snow when she was eight, Gerda hated winter

and kept herself safely hidden away from it as well as the rest of the world. It isn't until the

new bellboy at her father's inn, Kai, takes notice of her that she begins to live again. 

However, just as the pair fall in love, Kai suddenly becomes cold and hateful. 

As he tries to fight his new nature, a mysterious woman dressed all in white 

comes to the inn and takes Kai away. Only Gerda believes he is still alive. 

With all of her faith, love, and courage, she will jorney through each season until it leads 

her to Kai and The Snow Queen.

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