The Little Match Girl
Brief Overview
The tale tells the story of a little poor girl who, on New Year's Eve, tries to sell matches to earn some money. She is afraid to return home because she hasn't sold any matches and fears punishment. To keep warm, the girl starts lighting the matches one by one. In the glow of the matches, she sees beautiful visions: a festive table, a Christmas tree, and her late grandmother, the only person who loved her. At the end of the story, the girl freezes to death, and her soul ascends to heaven with her grandmother.
Date of publication: 28 June 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Children's literature
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