Author of "The Princess and the Pea" and "The Ugly Duckling" Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Sunday, July 20, 2025 · 17-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 20, 2025 · 17-Down · 8 letters
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a Danish author remembered for his fairy stories (1805-1875)
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