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Loved by children and adults around the world, Heidi has sold over fifty million copies. Educators consistently choose Heidi as one of the top one hundred books for children. Unfortunately, the versions of Heidi most often read today—even when labeled "complete"—remove the story's essential Christian content. In this P&R Classics for Young Readers edition, Ranelda Hunsicker makes it possible for readers to enjoy a streamlined presentation of Heidi that remains true in every way to the original.

Heidi's love of nature, her outgoing personality, and her adventurous spirit lead to fun and friendship . . . first in the Swiss Alps and then in the great city of Frankfurt. She has many problems along the way; how she learns to rise above them makes this book a treasure for readers of all ages.

Timeless children's classics entertain families generation after generation, while showcasing rich moral values and encouraging healthy spiritual development. P&R Classics for Young Readers offer the finest children's stories with an accelerated pace, updated language, and full-page illustrations. Enrich the reading experience by using P&R companion study guides.

The Author

Johanna Spyri

Johanna Spyri (1827–1901) was an author of children's stories and is best known for her book Heidi. Born Johanna Louise Heusser in the rural area of Hirzel, Switzerland, as a child she spent several summers in the area around Chur in Graubünden, the setting she later would use in her novels.

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