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Heidi

By Johanna Spyri
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Heidi by Johanna Spyri is a classic children's story about a young girl who is sent to live with her reclusive grandfather in the Swiss Alps. Her vibrant spirit brings joy and change to the lives of those around her. As Heidi forms bonds with her grandfather and new friends, she experiences various adventures and challenges that underscore themes of love, nature, and the importance of home.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate heartwarming tales of friendship and the beauty of nature. Set in the idyllic Swiss Alps, it follows a spirited young orphan who finds joy and simplicity living with her grandfather. This charming story captures the essence of childhood adventure and the transformative power of kindness.

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When Heidi's parents die and she can no longer live with her aunt, she must stay with her ill-tempered grandfather, who lives alone in the Swiss Alps.

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When Heidi's parents die and she can no longer live with her aunt, she must stay with her ill-tempered grandfather who lives alone in the Swiss Alps. The townspeople worry that such a young girl has been left with a bad-tempered hermit.

But Heidi thrives in the mountains and loves living with her grandfather. She is happiest playing with the mountain goats, picking wildflowers, and making friends.

Then Heidi is taken away to serve as a companion to a lonely woman. Will she ever get back to the people and the mountains she loves so much?

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Heidi by Johanna Spyri is often praised for its enchanting portrayal of nature and its heartwarming storytelling. Readers commend the book's exploration of themes such as friendship, family, and personal growth. The vivid descriptions of the Swiss Alps and the charming characters, especially the titular protagonist, have left a lasting impression, making it a beloved classic in children's literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781454945666

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 September 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Union Square Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 296

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Johanna Spyri Young Adult

About the Author

Johanna Spyri was born Johanna Louise Heusser on June 12, 1827, in Hirzel, Switzerland. In 1852, she married Swiss lawyer Bernhard Spyri and moved to Zurich, where she began to write stories about life in the country. Spyri s first novel was published in 1871. Although she wrote more than fifty stories before passing away in 1901, Johanna Spyri is best known for Heidi, the story of an orphan who goes to live with her grandfather on the mountain.

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