Maezli: A Story of the Swiss Valleys: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Maezli: A Story of the Swiss Valleys: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Maezli: A Story of the Swiss Valleys is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Spyri, Johanna (1827–1901). The listed translation credits are Stork, Elisabeth P. (Elisabeth Pausinger).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Mäzli: A Story of the Swiss Valleys" by Johanna Spyri is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative likely follows the lively young girl Mäzli and her adventures in the picturesque Swiss valleys, exploring themes of childhood innocence, family bonds, and local folklore against a charming backdrop of nature and traditional Swiss life. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the idyllic setting of a neglected old castle on a mountainside. Siblings Kurt and Mea, the children of the Bergmann family, are filled with curiosity about the fabled castle and its rumored ghosts. As they weave imaginative tales, they interact with other children and their mother, who navigates the challenges of parenting amidst children’s mischief and local gossip. The opening sets a lighthearted tone, hinting at both humor and the depth of childhood friendships, while also teasing mysteries surrounding the castle and nurturing a keen sense of moral development among the young characters.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Maezli: A Story of the Swiss Valleys
- Author credits: Spyri, Johanna (1827–1901)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Stork, Elisabeth P. (Elisabeth Pausinger)
Catalogue subjects
- Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Children's Literature
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