Johanna Spyri Heidi (Fully illustrated in Colour) Paperback Book Multicolor

An unabridged classic with original colour illustrations. Heidi, the story of a freespirited, loving child, will be a favourite among children who love mountains."I would rather be with my grandfatherin the Alpsthan anywhere on earth." Heidi, inHeidi."I want to go about like the lightfooted goats." Heidi, inHeidi. A unique childrens classic, set in the pure air of the Alps. Within minutes of being dropped off high up in the Swiss Alps with her grandfather, whom she has just met, Heidi declares "I want to go about like the lightfooted goats!" while the grumpy elderly man grudgingly mutters, "Shes not lacking in intelligence."So begins the adventures of this cheerful fiveyearold orphan, and the story of thepower of a childs love to heal and transform those around her. Soon, however, Heidi is wrenched from this idyllic life and plunged into a job in the city and difficult challenges. Heidi, likeAnne of Green Gables, is an unforgettable childrens classic, and one of the very few from Switzerland. Heidihas delighted generations of children and those who read to them. This lavishly illustrated edition contains twentyone large original colour illustrations as well as many smaller ones and delightful monochrome drawings. The translation, in clear pure English, designed to be read aloud, captures Johanna Spyris delight in mountain scenes, the ways of children, and the pure air of the Alps. Features of this editionWellspaced generous 11point font that will be a pleasure for children and... Johanna Spyri Heidi (Fully illustrated in Colour) Paperback Book