Listen to the fairy tale "The Little Match Girl" by Hans Christian Andersen, a sad story about a poor girl who sold matches on the street on a very cold winter night and how she lit matches one after the other to warm herself. In the light of the matches, she had visions of a better life and of her deceased grandmother. However, in the end, she died from the cold, and in the morning, she was found dead in the snow.
Andersen's story is known for its sad tone and its message about poverty, suffering, and hope. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and compassion for those struggling with poverty and their needs, and reminds us that in life there is much more than material wealth.
This video features the audio version of the story "The Little Match Girl" written by Hans Christian Andersen, read in English. The story follows the life of a poor girl who sells matches on the street on a very cold winter night. In an attempt to warm herself up, the girl lights matches one after the other and has visions of a better life and of her deceased grandmother. However, in the end, she dies from the cold. This sad story emphasizes the importance of empathy and compassion for those struggling with poverty and their needs. Listen to this emotional reading of one of the most beloved fairy tales of all time.
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