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The Ugly Duckling

The Ugly Duckling

FromSnoozecast


The Ugly Duckling

FromSnoozecast

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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Apr 17, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Tonight, we’ll read “The Ugly Duckling”, a Danish fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, originally published in 1843. Snoozecast originally aired this episode back in 2021.

Unlike most fairy tales, this one is completely Andersen's invention and owes no debt to humanity’s vast cultural catalog of fairy tales or folklore.
Apparently Andersen grew up awkward and tall, with a big nose and feet.

Furthermore, speculation suggests that Andersen may have been the illegitimate son of Prince Christian Frederik who later became king of Denmark. Being a swan in the story was a metaphor not just for inner beauty and talent in that case, but also for secret royal lineage.
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Released:
Apr 17, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Snoozecast is the podcast designed to help you fall asleep. You can count on a new episode every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Learn more about us at snoozecast.com and connect with us on social media @snoozecast! Support us: Listen ad-free on Patreon  Get Snoozecast merch like cozy sweatshirts and accessories