Heidi

Orphaned young, the spirited and clever Heidi is sent to live with her reclusive grandfather in the Swiss Alps. Her vibrant personality quickly softens his gruff exterior, and she soon becomes a beloved figure in the village. But at eight, Heidi’s world shifts when her aunt takes her to Frankfurt to be a companion to Clara Sesemann, a wealthy girl confined to a wheelchair. Heidi’s infectious energy brightens Clara’s life, but she soon longs for her mountain home. When Clara’s wise grandmother arrives, she forms a deep bond with Heidi, setting the stage for a transformative journey. What future awaits these two girls? Johanna Spyri’s *Heidi* remains a timeless classic, celebrated as one of the most beloved works of Swiss literature and a staple of children’s fiction, with countless adaptations for television and film.