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Johanna Spyri
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Johanna Spyri (Swiss Standard German: [joˈhana ˈʃpiːri]; née Heusser [ˈhɔʏsər]; 12 June 1827 – 7 July 1901) was a Swiss author of novels, notably children's stories. She wrote the popular book Heidi. Born in Hirzel, a rural area in the canton of Zürich, as a child she spent several summers near Chur in Graubünden, the setting she later would use in her novels.

Quick facts about Johanna Spyri

  • Full name: Johanna Spyri
  • Born: 1827-06-12
  • Nationality: Switzerland
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q123053

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Who is Johanna Spyri?

Johanna Spyri (Swiss Standard German: [joˈhana ˈʃpiːri]; née Heusser [ˈhɔʏsər]; 12 June 1827 – 7 July 1901) was a Swiss author of novels, notably children's stories.

What nationality is Johanna Spyri?

Johanna Spyri is Switzerland.

When was Johanna Spyri born?

Johanna Spyri was born on 1827-06-12.

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