One of the best-selling books of all time, Heidi is not only a defining work of Swiss literature, but a beloved masterpiece of children's fiction. Heidi, a young orphan girl, is sent by her aunt to live with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps. A reclusive man, he is known as the Alm-Uncle by the townsfolk he avoids and disdains. Although initially wary of Heidi's presence, he soon softens, learning to love the young girl and to appreciate her inherent goodness and intelligence.
Johanna Spyri (1827-1901) was a Swiss writer of novels and stories for children. Born in the countryside near Zurich, she spent summers near Chur in the Grisonian Rhine Valley, a place which she would turn to for inspiration for her fiction. Much of her work conveys the daily realities of 19th century rural life. Her work has inspired numerous feature films, television series, and Japanese anime.
Publisher : Chiltern Publishing
Publication date : August 19, 2025
Language : English
Print length : 280 pages
ISBN-10 : 1914602595
ISBN-13 : 978-1914602597
Item Weight : 9.6 ounces
Reading age : 6 - 10 years, from customers
Dimensions : 6.9 x 3.2 x 7.2 inches