Heidi
Johanna Spyri
A specially adapted version by Deidre S. Laiken
Synopsis
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!
My Thoughts
It seems I have loved the story, Heidi, almost my whole life.
I love so many things about this book both inside and out.
Originally published in 1881, much of this story is about the life of a young orphaned girl whom we get to see grow up. Heidi seems to be a friend to all she meets and we find the mountain life not only suits her but others as well.
If you have ever read the book, perhaps you too would like to escape to the Swiss town of Mayenfeld or the mountain life.
It also recognizes Heidi's need to protect nature and animals.
We learn of the big library filled with books in the chapter titled, "The Joy of Reading." I love that they took turns reading and sometimes they read aloud.
More importantly, this books speaks to helping those in need like her family and special friend Clara who finds joy in life as well. And we see that Heidi is wanted and will never have to feel alone
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