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The story of Heidi was written over one hundred years ago, however, it is far from a period piece. In the Swiss Alps, where it is set, a hundred years is just the blink of an eye. We see in her the daughter that every mother dreams of having and every little girl dreams of being. Her presence makes us happy, and so her story has endured. This deluxe Children’s Classic edition is produced with high-quality, leatherlike binding with gold stamping, full-color covers, colored endpapers with a book nameplate. Some of the other titles in this series include: Anne of Green Gables, Black Beauty, King Arthur and His Knights, Little Women, and The Secret Garden.
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May 26, 2007: I love this book even though most would consider it 'girly,' but so is Pippi Longstocking, and I love that book, too. Despite that, it's a book about living happily and of friendships, and any child can appreciate these.
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February 06, 2007: Heidi was written by Johanna Spyri. I give it an astounding 4 stars!!This rating is that many because it's an excellent book, and i found myself having a hard time putting it down. I would recommend this amazing story to anyone. It's heartwarming twist melts the hearts of everyone who reads it. I don't care if you are 9 or 90. 'Heidi' is about a young girl who goes to live with her grandfather in the beautiful mountain hills. Where she finds adventure in everything she does. At first her grandfather is mean and bitter but he warms up and becomes very friendly.She meets a boy who raises goats. They grow up together and fall in love. Heidi finds herself in all kinds of situations and mischeif. Her joyful cheery life takes a turn and her mean aunt comes to take her away to live with her. This book is tremendous and an excellent reason for kids to start reading young.