A little Swiss boy

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A little Swiss boy

by Johanna Spyri

EN·~4 hours·11 chapters

Chapters

11 total
1

CHAPTER I

14:22
2

CHAPTER II

19:13
3

CHAPTER III

18:35
4

CHAPTER IV

19:22
5

CHAPTER V

32:46
6

CHAPTER VI

30:53
7

CHAPTER VII

33:48
8

CHAPTER VIII

26:36
9

CHAPTER IX

15:10
10

CHAPTER X

26:35

Description

In the sunny slopes above Leuk, a newly renovated farmhouse gleams against the June sky, hinting at the pride of its newest occupants. Vinzenz Lesa has arrived from across the Gemmi with his wife and two lively children, bringing fresh energy to a village accustomed to quiet routine. As locals gossip about the family's polished appearance and the boy's neatly curled hair, the scene is set for gentle misunderstandings and budding friendships.

Through the eyes of curious village women, listeners hear the rhythm of daily life—lunches shared, market chatter, and the occasional teasing about “proud” manners. The story captures the warmth of Alpine community, the charm of simple rituals, and the subtle ripple a new family creates in a tight‑knit hamlet. Early moments balance humor with heartfelt observation, inviting listeners to step onto the meadow and discover what it means to find one’s place among strangers turned neighbors.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (253K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United States: The Saalfield Publishing Compny, 1926.

Release date

2024-03-31

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Johanna Spyri

Johanna Spyri

1827–1901

Best known for creating Heidi, she turned memories of Swiss mountain life into one of the most beloved stories in children's literature. Her books mix warmth, hardship, and a deep sympathy for the feelings of children.

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