A Little Swiss Boy - Johanna Spyri - Bog

""A Little Swiss Boy"" is a classic children's novel written by Johanna Spyri. The story follows the life of a young boy named Ursli who lives in a small village in the Swiss Alps. Ursli dreams of becoming a cowherd like his father and grandfather before him, but he is too small and weak to handle the job. Despite this, Ursli is determined to prove himself and earn the respect of his family and friends. Along the way, he faces many challenges and learns important lessons about courage, perseverance, and the importance of community. The novel is a heartwarming tale that celebrates the beauty of Swiss culture and the power of determination. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by generations of children and adults alike.1926. Illustrated by Francis Brundage. Spyri is the Swiss writer whose story for children, Heidi, is known all over the world. Her psychological insight into the child mind, her humor, and her ability to enter into childish joys and sorrows give her books attraction and lasting value. A Little Swiss Boy begins: The June sun shone on the green slope above the village of Leuk and the grass carpeting the heights far beyond with cool green filled the air with fragrance. In front of an isolated house on the road to the baths of Leuk two women engaged in earnest conversation. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.