Classics Illustrated Junior #556 [55]

"The Elf Mound" brings Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tale to life in this 2011 Classics Illustrated Junior issue, rendered with delicate precision by William A. Walsh, who both pencils and inks the interior art. The story unfolds at a magical feast where the King of the Elves hosts the Goblin King of Norway, setting the stage for a mysterious courtship between royal heirs and seven gifted elven maidens—each showcasing a unique talent, while the young suitors remain strangely unaware. The cover, also by Walsh, captures the whimsical, otherworldly atmosphere of the tale.