Best Selling Books by Johanna Spyri

When five-year-old orphan Heidi is sent to live in the Swiss Alps with her grumpy grandfather, the rest of the village takes pity on her. But Heidi soon discovers that hidden behind the scowl, Grandpa Alps is gentle and kind. She loves her new life in the mountains shepherding the goats, gathering flowers, and playing with her best friend, Peter. But then Heidi is forced to move far away to the soot and smoke of Frankfurt to be the companion of a young girl. Will Heidi ever return to Grandpa and her true home in the mountains?

Das Waisenkind Heidi wächst glücklich bei ihrem Grossvater in den Schweizer Bergen auf. Doch dann soll sie sich vom Grossvater trennen und nach Frankfurt gehen. Ab 8.

One of the most charming tales in children''s literature, Heidi is the story of a five-year-old orphan who goes to live with her grandfather in the mountains. She soon wins his heart and befriends the young goatherd, Peter. Her happiness ends, however, when her aunt takes her to the city to help take care of a sickly child, Clara. Finally, Heidi brings Clara back to her Alpine home, where a miracle of healing occurs.

Heidi is a work of children''s fiction published in 1881 by Swiss author Johanna Spyri, originally published in two parts as Heidi: Her Years of Wandering and Learning (German: Heidis Lehr- und Wanderjahre) and Heidi: How She Used What She Learned (German: Heidi kann brauchen, was es gelernt hat). It is a novel about the events in the life of a young girl in her paternal grandfather''s care in the Swiss Alps. It was written as a book "for children and those who love children" (as quoted from its subtitle).

This classic tale by Johanna Spyri and illustrated by Alice Casey tells of a lovely little orphan who goes to live with her grandfather in the Alps. The tramatic adventure begins when her aunt takes her away to live in Frankford. A charming tale full of colorful descriptions of the Swiss Alps as goodness wins out. Recommended by The Gunston Trust for Nonviolence in Children''s Literature. Age 7-12.

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Filled with the power of love and the beauty of nature, Heidi is a lyrical tale about a little girl sent to live in the mountains of the Swiss Alps with her grandfather. A grumpy recluse, her grandfather has isolated himself from his fellow townspeople and his church. In very little time, Heidi warms his heart; and she quickly charms the whole town and makes new friends, including young Peter, the goatherd. But when Heidi is sent away again to care for a young girl her own age, she must grow wise beyond her years, learning invaluable lessons that she will impart to others to better their lives. In her best-known book, Johanna Spyri portrays how a child''s radiant joy and simple faith can transform the world around her. AmazonClassics brings you timeless works from the masters of storytelling. Ideal for anyone who wants to read a great work for the first time or rediscover an old favorite, these new editions open the door to literature''s most unforgettable characters and beloved worlds. Revised edition: Previously published as Heidi, this edition of Heidi (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.

Alpine Splendor! Heidi, a girl of the majestic Swiss Alps, finds beauty and simple wisdom in nature. Living in virtual isolation with her eccentric Grandfather, Heidi develops a special feeling for the plants and animals she finds in the hills and valleys. But her life suddenly changes when she must live in the city. There she befriends an invalid girl and makes new friends. But Heidi grows homesick for her mountain life. Her adventures in her alpine home and with her city friends will bring tears and smiles and warm your heart!

It tells of Heidi, a little Swiss girl whose parents'' sudden death leaves her to be brought up by her aunt. Aunt Dete is a career-woman who though she loves Heidi, does not have the time or resources to look after a child in busy Frankfurt. She leaves Heidi with Heidi''s grandfather, who lives in the Swiss mountains. The lonely, embittered old man lives like a hermit on the mountain-top and has nothing to do with the people in the village below. Known to all as "Alm-uncle" Heidi''s grandfather is good-hearted but mistrustful of the villagers. He refuses to send Heidi to school and allows her to roam the pastures with a young goat herder, Peter. They become good friends but events take a turn when Aunt Dete decides that Heidi must stay in Frankfurt and learn to earn a living...

"I want to go about like the light-footed goats." ― Johanna Spyri, Heidi - A Classic! - Includes the Original Illustrations

Adapted from the classic book by Johanna Spyri, this historical fiction book retells the story of Heidi. A student who forgot to complete her reading assignment texts her observations of the book to a friend while she reads and finds herself won over by the heartwarming story. Perfect for both reluctant and avid readers, this 32-page hi-lo chapter book will appeal to kids who enjoy imaginative retellings of classic novels with modern touches.

Im Jahre 1880 im Perthes-Verlag, Gotha, erschienenen ersten Heidi-Roman wird erz�hlt, wie das Waisenm�dchen Heidi zu seinem einsiedlerischen Grossvater auf eine Alp oberhalb von Maienfeld (Kanton Graub�nden) gebracht wird, wo es in Zukunft leben soll.

"Heidi" is the story of what happens when a little orphan girl is forced to live with her cold and frightening grandfather? The heartwarming story of "Heidi" has engaged children for more than a century, both on the page and on the screen. Johanna Spyri''s beloved story of "Heidi" offers youngsters an endearing and intelligent heroine, a cast of unique and memorable characters, and a fascinating portrait of a small Alpine village. Many have loved this book for the good old-fashioned lessons about life that it contains--straightforward, without apology or embarrassment: appreciating nature, being attuned to the less fortunate, respect for the aged, being true to self, helping others. It''s all there, in the form of a simple, beautiful story of "Heidi."

Heidi is a work of children''s fiction first published in 1881 by Swiss author Johanna Spyri, originally published in two parts as Heidi: her years of wandering and learning and Heidi: How she used what she learned. It is a novel about the events in the life of a young girl in her grandfather''s care in the Swiss Alps. It was written as a book "for children and those who love children" (as quoted from its subtitle). Heidi is one of the best-selling books ever written and is among the best-known works of Swiss literature. This edition of the book contains four original illustrations, rejuvenated, and six additional illustrations that are unique to this edition of the book.