The Mermaid Theme

exploring the themes of sexuality, suffering, and redemption in Andersen’s: ‘The Little Match Girl’ 1 (1845); The Steadfast Tin Soldier’ 2 (1838), and ‘The Little Mermaid’ 3 (1837). This will be through the analysis of: the Little Mermaid’s transformation into becoming a human, and her death; the scene where the Little Match Girl burns her matches; the Tin Soldier’s river journey and when he is destroyed in the pan along with the Paper Doll. Within Andersen’s fairy-tale ‘The Little Mermaid’, the aforementioned

fairy tales that really don’t have that “happy” ending. The Little Mermaid gets her heart broken due to her living in almost a completely different world than her true love. She ends up committing suicide because

In the story, “The Little Mermaid” there are demonstrations that describe what a heroine is. A female character that is noted for special achievements represents the heroine in a story. Therefore, the youngest mermaid “Little Mermaid” represents the heroine throughout the story. The Little Mermaid is a mystical creature that longs only to seek the handsome prince she laid eyes on. “Once she became human, the witch said she could never become a mermaid again” (Anderesens 185). This is an example

Analysis of “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen is one of the worlds most cherished fairy tales. Through the years, this story has inspired its fair share of different adaptations and spinoffs, as well as intertwined itself in popular culture. Although it is widely considered a children’s story today, upon close examination, we can find various elements of literary devices and themes, all of which provide the seasoned reader with a deep

Little Mermaid”, the role of the mermaid is depicted as a strong willed character who faces the problems of being a rebellious teenager and struggles to procure what she desires most in life. In my personal opinion, Disney’s version of The Little Mermaid has a greater plot. Because of its theme good vs evil, Disney’s The Little Mermaid has an expanded storyline and extra characters, including Ursula, a villain which Hans Christian Andersen’s story lacks. Anderson’s version of “The Little Mermaid” is

passage and interpret it differently depending on that individual’s stage in life” (Foulkrod). Fairy tales with authors that are notably religious recognized the similarity between Bible teachings and fairy tales and often use religious symbols and themes to compliment the overall moral the story is trying to portray. Many of these tales also have meanings and moral takeaways that represent religious values. This can be seen in the works of the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, as well as Carlo

The first thing to pop into one’s mind when they hear The Little Mermaid is most likely the Disney animated movie starring the beautiful red haired mermaid, Ariel. However, as with most Disney films, The Little Mermaid is an adaption of an original story written by Hans Christian Andersen in the 1830s. The creation of this classic fairytale into an animated feature required alterations from the Disney corporation, leading to a final product that is reminiscent of Andersen’s original story with

Michele M. Burns Professor Cipri Imaginative Literature 30 April 2013 Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid” vs. Disney’s The Little Mermaid: The Struggle to Find Sexuality Walt Disney’s movies have been thrilling young children, most especially young girls, around the world for years. One specific movie, The Little Mermaid, had young girls wanting to be just like Ariel and buying any paraphernalia they could after the movie came out. But have you ever wondered where these stories have come from? Or why

follows the theme of going on a quest to find someone or something important. Her little brother, Jamie, was raised in the wild without any human interaction, similar to Tarzan. Finally, a story of a “selkie” is told. A selkie is a mythical creature that takes seal form in water, and human form on land. This is very similar to mermaids, who have always been popular in fairy tales. The movie borrows themes from fairy tales throughout its telling of the story, leaning on three popular themes the most

Naugatuck Valley Community College The Little Mermaid Feminism and Self Sacrifice Keyshla M. Diaz 01339429 ENG 215: Studies in Children’s Literature Prof. Bonniecki September 30th, 2010 Diaz 1 The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid is a fairy tale by the Danish poet and author Hans Christian Andersen. The tale is about a young mermaid willing to give up her life in the sea and her identity as a merperson to gain a human