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Experience this heartwarming tale with side-by-side commentary from Marissa Burt. Her discussion questions and chapter summaries expand this beloved journey through the Swiss Alps. Join Heidi as she fosters friendship, forgiveness, and hope and demonstrates to those around her how to appreciate their own circumstances and reach out to their communities. Nestled between each chapter is Burt’s analysis and question sections, which aid listeners to further dive into this rich and classic tale.

Heidi is Johanna Spyri’s timeless story of love, friendship, and the healing power of nature, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Swiss Alps. Orphaned at a young age, spirited and kindhearted Heidi is sent to live with her reclusive grandfather high in the mountains. At first gruff and distant, the old man gradually opens his heart to the lively little girl. Heidi’s days are filled with sunshine, goats in green pastures, and the joy of alpine life—until she is taken to the bustling city of Frankfurt to be a companion to Clara, a gentle but sickly girl confined to a wheelchair.

Heidi verkürzte für junge Hörer.

Orphaned Heidi lives with her gruff but caring grandfather on the side of Swiss mountain, where she befriends young Peter the goat-herd. She leads an idyllic life, until she is forced to leave the mountain she has always known to go and live with a sickly girl in the city. Will Heidi ever see her grandfather again? A classic tale of a young girl's coming-of-age, of friendship, and familial love, Heidi has inspired countless dramatic versions, both on TV and in film.

"Vom fründliche Dorf Maiefäld gaht ein Fuessweg dur grüeni, baumrichi Flurä bis zum Fuess vo de Höchi, wo vo dere Site gross und ernscht ufs Tal abe lueget. Wo de Wäg afangt, duftet allne, wo chömed, bald s Heideland mit em churze Gras und de chräftige Bergchrüter entgäge. De Wäg isch steil und füehrt direkt zu de Alpe ufe.

Heidi, c'est l'histoire émouvante d'une petite orpheline suisse qui parvient à trouver le bonheur dans son paradis alpin et qui touche son entourage avec son grand cœur et sa noblesse morale.

Die Geschichte der kleinen Heidi, die das Herz ihres einsiedlerischen Großvaters, des Almöhi, gewinnt, mit dem Geißenpeter über die Almwiesen springt und bei Klara in Frankfurt vor Heimweh nach den Bergen krank wird, begeisterte schon Generationen. Das Hörbuch mit beiden Teilen des Klassikers zaubert bis heute ein Lächeln ins Gesicht der Zuhörer.

Heidi nos cuenta la historia de una pequeña huérfana de cinco años a la que su tía Dete tiene que llevar a vivir con su abuelo, un hombre solitario y algo rudo, que vive como un ermitaño en un bonito pueblo, Mayenfeld, de los Alpes suizos. Poco a poco, Heidi se irá ganando el cariño del...

Heidi is a beloved work of children's fiction published in 1881 by Swiss author Johanna Spyri. One of the best-known works of Swiss literature, Heidi is a novel about the events in the life of a young girl in her grandfather's care in the Swiss Alps.

Heidi is sent to live with her embittered grandfather high in the Swiss Alps. Heidi's innocent joy of life and genuine concern and love for all living things become the old man's salvation. From the goat - herder Peter and his family to the sickly girl Clara and her desperate father, Heidi's special charm enriches everyone she meets. Unselfish to the core, Heidi's goodness overcomes all obstacles - even those seemingly insurmountable.

Das Waisenkind Heidi wird von seiner Tante Dete zum Großvater gebracht. Dieser lebt in einer Hütte in den Bergen. Hier verbringt Heidi glücklich ihre Tage mit dem Geißenpeter und den Ziegen auf den Almwiesen. Bis Tante Dete plötzlich zurückkommt und das Kind nach Frankfurt bringt, wo es der gelähmten Klara Gesellschaft leisten soll. Bald wird Heidi krank vor lauter Heimweh...

Heidi is a work of children's fiction published in 1881 by Swiss author Johanna Spyri, originally published in two parts as Heidi: Her Years of Wandering and Learning and Heidi: How She Used What She Learned. It is a novel about the events in the life of a young girl in her paternal grandfather's care in the Swiss Alps. It was written as a book "for children and those who love children" (as quoted from its subtitle).

This a handpicked collection of some of the greatest Christian stories ever written. When we speak of these works as Christian stories, we mean that each story has a powerful Christian message based on Jesus' teachings. Three of the stories are from Jesus himself. Others were written by devout believers like Henry Van Dyke and Johanna Spyri. Yet, one of the authors, Mark Twain, was not a Christian himself, but his story reveals profound insights into the teachings of Christ.

Kommen Sie mit in die heile Welt der Berge mit Heidi, dem Ziegen-Peter, Großvater und Klara...

Join Heidi on a wonderful adventure in the beautiful Swiss Alps! This classic audiobook tells the story of a cheerful young girl who lives with her grandfather in the mountains. Along the way, Heidi makes new friends, cares for animals, explores nature, and spreads kindness wherever she goes. Filled with heartwarming moments, exciting discoveries, and important lessons about friendship and family, Heidi has delighted children for generations. This free audiobook is perfect for young listeners who enjoy stories about courage, happiness, and the great outdoors. Put on your headphones and ...

Johanna Spyri’s classic story of a 5 year old little Swiss orphan who is heartbroken when she must leave her beloved grandfather and their happy home in the mountains to go to school and to care for an invalid girl in the city. It was written as a book "for children and those who love children" ( phil chenevert and the author)

Join Mäzli the youngest of five while she befriends the castle steward and brings a happy reunion between a rich, sad, old baron and his niece and nephew. (Summary by Henrietta Strauss) Cast of characters: Kurt: Redrun Mea: Matea Bracic Appollonie: LifeisButaDream Mrs. Maxa: Rapunzelina Lippo: ShellyW Maezli: Victoria Bell Bruno: Damien Le Mrs. Knippel: Lynette Caulkins Uncle Philip: Keith Salis Loneli: Marie Christian Lux: Winnifred Assmann Max: ShrimpPhish Clevi: Natalia Hans: Ehsan Ahmed Mehedi Miss Remke: Agnes Robert Behr Salo: Larry Wilson Leonora: The Countess Kathy: Norah Nelson Mr. ...

"Heidi" takes us on a journey to the eventful childhood of a good-hearted girl from the Swiss Alps. A warm and loving story, full of touching moments, it reaches children and adults alike. It was written in 1880 and published in two parts: 1. Heidi's years of learning and travel. 2. Heidi makes use of what she has learned. This English translation from 1915 has "an especial flavor, that very quality of delight in mountain scenes, in mountain people and in child life generally, which is one of the chief merits of the German original. The phrasing has also been carefully adapted to the purpose ...

At 12 years old, Vinzi's only desire is to study his beloved music. But his father wants to make a farmer of him, and is displeased whenever he finds Vinzi yielding to his musical inclination. Mother and sister look on wistfully as circumstances go beyond their control, but throughout, they trust to the protection of their Father in Heaven. This is another book by Johanna Spyri, author of Heidi. Here too, against the backdrop of the beautiful Swiss alps, she intertwines love, sincerity, and the freshness of youth to present a captivating story for young and old alike. - Summary by Rosebud

Toni is a young boy who discovers a deep passion for woodcarving. However, when tragedy strikes and his father passes away, Toni must set aside his dreams to support his mother, Elsbeth. The only job available to him is as a herdsman high in the mountains, far from the home he cherishes. Isolated and burdened by his sorrow, he endures great hardship, with no one to turn to for solace. Ultimately, it is his mothers unwavering love that has the power to guide him back to hope and purpose. (Summary by Rainee)