Literature Authors

In what year was the Danish author Hans Christian Andersen born?

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Correct answer

1805

Explanation

Hans Christian Andersen (April 2, 1805- August 4, 1875) is a famous Danish poet and writer who wrote a number of well-known fairy tells, including "The Swineherd", "Clumsy Hans", "The Little Match Girl", "The Steadfat Tin Soldier" and "The Ugly Duckling". Hans Christian Andersen liked to travel and wrote a series of different travelogues from his travels.

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Question added 2008-05-07