The Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales.

"The Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales" by Hans Christian Andersen is a collection of enchanting fairy tales spun around a young boy named Rudy and set in the breathtaking Swiss Alps, where readers are introduced to the Ice-Maiden, a mystical figure linked to nature, who desires Rudy, showcasing themes of love, loss, and struggles against dark forces. The story begins with Rudy, living with his grandfather and tending goats, his adventurous spirit contrasting with the Ice-Maiden, who wants to harness Rudy's spirit. Rudy's past and strong family connections are revealed, immersing readers in a world where nature lives, and the strife between human and supernatural powers intertwines Rudy's fate with the Ice-Maiden.