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On a wind‑whipped winter afternoon, the schoolmaster of a tiny Alpine village settles into his living room, reading aloud while the snow swirls outside. His wife listens with amused smiles, and the quiet is broken by a knock that introduces Muhme Lenelies, a sprightly old lady with a red kerchief and a heart as warm as the hearth. Their banter, full of gentle teasing and shared laughter, sets the tone for the stories that follow.
The collection gathers fifteen cheerful episodes from village life, each spotlighting the mischievous adventures of local boys and girls—Heine Peterle’s first trip to town, Jakob’s ghost‑chasing escapade, Annchen’s lakeside antics, and even the legendary mischief of the village’s beloved goat. Bright, hand‑drawn illustrations accompany the narrated tales, bringing the rustic charm of Oberheudorf to life.
Listeners will feel the coziness of a fireside gathering, hearing the humor and affection that bind the community together. The stories celebrate simple joys, quirky characters, and the timeless delight of shared folklore, making the listening experience feel like a warm visit to a close‑knit village.
Language
de
Duration
~4 hours (273K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Iris Schröder-Gehring, Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2015-08-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1870–1941
A prolific German writer and editor, she created dozens of stories for children and young girls in the early 20th century. Her books helped shape a generation of German children's reading with warm, accessible storytelling.
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