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A brisk June morning finds a small, determined girl climbing the steep alpine path that winds from the green valleys of Maienfeld up toward the towering heights. Wrapped in layers against the heat, she walks beside a familiar companion, greeting each cottage she passes with a quick smile before pressing on toward the distant Alm‑Öhi. The crisp mountain air and the chatter of the villagers create a lively backdrop, hinting at the close-knit community that will shape her life.
Soon the girl arrives at the modest settlement perched halfway up the slope, where she meets a kindly woman who joins their trek. Their conversation drifts from the everyday rhythms of the valley to the promise of new responsibilities awaiting the young heroine. As the ascent continues, whispers of school, friendships, and the challenges of growing up in both the mountains and the city begin to surface, offering a glimpse of the adventures that will define her formative years.
Language
de
Duration
~5 hours (307K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Mike Pullen and Juliet Sunderland. HTML version by Al Haines.
Release date
2005-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1827–1901
Best known for creating Heidi, this Swiss writer turned memories of mountain life into stories that have charmed generations of young readers. Her work blends warmth, homesickness, and a deep love of the natural world.
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