《丑小鸭》的英文故事梗概如下：
“The Ugly Duckling” is a classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Here is a brief summary:
Once upon a time, there was an ugly duckling born into a family of beautiful swans. The duckling was unlike its siblings, with a grayish-brown color and a comically large bill. Because of its appearance, the duckling was ridiculed and shunned by its family and the other birds.
The lonely duckling ventured out into the world, seeking acceptance and friendship. It faced many hardships and was often treated cruelly by other animals. The duckling traveled through forests, fields, and rivers, enduring cold and hunger.
One day, as winter approached, the duckling found itself in a farmer’s field, where it met a group of elegant swans. Initially, the swans did not recognize the duckling as one of their own, but as the seasons changed and the snow melted, the duckling grew and transformed into a beautiful swan.
The other swans were amazed at the duckling’s transformation and welcomed it into their ranks. The duckling finally found the acceptance and love it had longed for, realizing that beauty is not just skin deep but comes from within.
The story of the Ugly Duckling serves as a tale of perseverance, self-acceptance, and the triumph of inner beauty over outward appearances.
