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100 1 _aAndersen, H. C.
_q(Hans Christian),
_d1805-1875
245 1 4 _aThe True Story of My Life: A Sketch
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _a1847 Edition.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-01
508 _aText file produced by Eric Eldred; Juliet Sutherland,the Project Manager--a DP text HTML file produced by David Widger
520 _a"The True Story of My Life: A Sketch" by Hans Christian Andersen is an autobiographical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides insights into Andersen's formative years, detailing his humble beginnings in Odense, Denmark, and chronicling his journey from childhood poverty to the pursuit of a career in literature and theater. At the start of the narrative, Andersen reflects on his childhood experiences, emphasizing the love and support of his parents amidst their struggles. He recalls vivid memories of his upbringing, including the division of labor in his family, the impact of his father's dreams and disappointments, and the influence of his surroundings on his developing imagination. He describes various episodes from his youth that shaped his identity, such as his early fascination with storytelling, his interactions with the local community, and the pivotal moments that ignited his desire to become a writer and performer. The opening sets the tone for a heartfelt exploration of the influences that shaped Andersen's artistic sensibilities and personal convictions, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of one of the most cherished storytellers in literary history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAndersen, H. C. (Hans Christian), 1805-1875
653 _aAuthors, Danish -- 19th century -- Biography
700 1 _aHowitt, Mary
_q(Mary Botham),
_d1799-1888
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7007
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