When was the author of "The Ice Maiden" born?
Hans Christian Andersen Hans Christian Andersen ( ; ] ), often referred to in Scandinavia as H. C. Andersen (2 April 1805 – 4 August 1875), was a Danish author. Although a prolific writer of plays, travelogues, novels, and poems, Andersen is best remembered for his fairy tales. Andersen's popularity is not limited to children; his stories, called "eventyr" in Danish, express themes that transcend age and nationality.
Susan Marie Swanson Susan Marie Swanson (born May 19, 1955) is an American author of children's literature, poet, and educator. Swanson is best known for her children's book "The House in the Night", which won a Minnesota Book Award.