In a Thousand Years

Series: What the Moon Saw and Other Tales

Hans Christian Andersen

The story revolves around a young girl who falls deeply in love with an elderly man. Despite their significant age difference, they share a deep emotional connection and the girl's love transforms the old man, making him appear younger. As time passes, the girl grows older while the old man remains youthful due to her love. Eventually, she dies of grief after being separated from him for a short period. The story concludes with the old man returning to his original age, but he is left alone and heartbroken.... AI Generated Content

~1847 CE

Available in: English