Des Kaisers Neue Kleider / Das Kleine Mädchen Mit Den Schwefelhölzchen / Die Chinesische Nachtigall / Die Stopfnadel / Von Der Serviette, Dem Tornister Und Dem Horn

Released in 1977 on the Intercord label, this spoken-word record features a selection of classic fairy tales penned by the Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. During the 1970s, the West German label Intercord produced a significant catalog of children’s literature and audio dramas, aiming to bring traditional storytelling to a generation growing up with the rising popularity of home audio players. This particular compilation gathers some of Andersen’s most poignant works, including 'The Emperor's New Clothes' and 'The Little Match Girl', which explore themes of vanity, poverty, and human resilience.

The production relies on the evocative power of the original text, presented as an immersive listening experience typical of German-language audio productions of the era. By stripping away visual imagery, the record allowed listeners to engage with the allegorical nature of Andersen’s writing, which has long been praised for its blend of moral inquiry and melancholy. The release was part of a broader trend of mid-century educational media, intended to preserve literary heritage through the medium of vinyl long-play records.