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Thumbelina

In short: Follow Andersen’s tiny heroine from a flower in the Danish tale first published in 1835.

Thumbelina · The swallow’s wings FAIRY TALE ATLAS · № 103 Thumbelina Follow Andersen’s tiny heroine from a flower in the Danish tale first published in 1835. Origin Copenhagen, Denmark Atlas record 1835 First appearance Exact date unknown SIGNATURE MOTIF The swallow’s wings Reach¹ 1/10 Suggested age² 8+ Member rating No votes yet 1 records · 1 countries or regions blackhorsestories.com

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Origin and tradition

Copenhagen, Denmark

Different animals try to draw Thumbelina into their own lives. In winter she tends an injured swallow, an act that changes the course of her journey. Her small size makes it clear who makes room for her and who makes choices on her behalf.

Dated records and sources

  1. 1835 · Copenhagen, Denmark
    Hans Christian Andersen · Tommelise

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