The Princess and the Pea

Style and Technique

The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen is written in the style of a classic fairy tale with elements of folklore. The language is simple and accessible, making it understandable for children. Andersen uses concise and expressive descriptions to create vivid images and convey the atmosphere. Literary devices include hyperbole, as seen in the princess's sensitivity to the pea, and irony, evident in the test devised by the queen. The story has a linear structure, with a clear beginning, plot development, and conclusion. The tale is short, typical of fairy tales, and contains a moral about how true nobility and sensitivity are not dependent on external circumstances.