Heidi

6C Johanna Spyri with Illustrations in color by Maria L.Kirk. Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott, 1919. Gift Edition. Description Heidi by Johanna Spyri is a beloved children’s classic that tells the story of a cheerful, kindhearted orphan girl who goes to live with her reclusive grandfather in the Swiss Alps. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery, Heidi grows to love her new home, her grandfather, and her friend Peter the goatherd. Later, when she is sent to the city to live with a wealthy family and serve as a companion to a sick girl named Clara, Heidi longs for the freedom and joy of the mountains. The novel celebrates themes of nature, friendship, kindness, and the healing power of home. Notes Yellow/tan canvas binding with illustrated pastedown to upper board and floral illustrations surrounding it. Navy blue lettering to cover and spine. Illustrative borders on every page with full page illustrations throughout. Inscription to half title page dated Christmas 1924. Fine condition.