Heidi
Heidi is a children's novel written by Johanna Spyri and originally published in 1880. It narrates the life of a little girl who lives with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps.
Little Heidi is an orphan who, after living for a few years in the care of her aunt, has to move to live with her ill-tempered grandfather in the Swiss Alps.
Heidi adapts perfectly to the change of life and develops a deep love for the wild animals, the local inhabitants and the whole environment. However, she will have to return to the city and the melancholy and longing to return home will take hold of her.
The novel masterfully conveys the love for nature, the mountains and the freedom that comes with that kind of life. It has beautiful descriptions of life in that part of Switzerland in the 19th century.
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Copyright note. Heidi by Johanna Spyri is believed to be in the public domain in the United States only. It may still be copyrighted in other countries. If you are not in the United States, please check your local laws to ensure this eBook is in the public domain in your country before downloading Heidi in PDF or EPUB.
- Pages
- 229
- Reading time
- 7 hours 40 minutes
- Pace
- Intermediate
- First published
- 1880
- Language
- German
- Downloads
- 4,547
146 years later, still timely
Why Read Heidi in 2026?
Alpine air, chosen family, and kindness that strengthens. A restorative novel about belonging.
Today's connection
Perfect for young readers and anyone needing gentleness. It shows how nature, friendship, and purpose can lift a life without sentimentality.
Nature’s medicine
Mountains that heal.
Found family
Care that steadies growth.
Kindness with spine
Warmth that does the work.
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About the author
Johanna Spyri
Alpine warmth resilience and care; a child and her circle learning how place and kinship heal.
