Heidi, with eBook Audiobook

" I read this book for the first time the summer when I was 8 years old. I was stuck in bed with rheumatic fever. It was the first book I had ever read that transported me to another place. I was on the mountain with Heidi and Peter. It was an amazing experience for me, and it is what made me love reading and books. "

" I love this book! I learned things from it myself. "

" I used to love this book when I was little. I remember reading it to my little sister. "

" Very charmingly written..reading it feels like actually being there in all the places she describes "

" First "real" book I ever read and still my favorite. Interesting to see how my perspective has changed over the years. "

" Reading this with my own mother from the 1945 edition her older brother gave her as a 9-year-old, brings cozy, happy, content, and being loved feelings. I shared this book (the same 1945 copy of their grandmother's) with my 2 nine-year-olds and they were endeared by Heidi, the goats, and the beloved Alm Uncle. A timeless classic. "

" I read this back in elementary school, during a summer vacation. It's not a bad story; I liked it. Nothing to get excited about though. "

" Only one word describe it.... Charming. :) "

" When on primary school, I had horrible choices of books to read, all about dragons, witches and very bad literature, so my mum start giving me her childhood books, and Heidi was one of those, and how I loved! So simple and so powerful! I read over and over again. Till today, I can close my eyes, and be on the mountains where Heidi was, with the goats, and taste a bread with a big chunck of thick cheese. "

" My favorite book to read to my children, but make sure you have a good translation. "

" This book is in a class by itself. It doesn't matter that I've read it dozens of times; it still reads as fresh as the Alm air and as delicious as the toasted cheese Grandfather makes over the fire. It's not timeless -- it definitely belongs to a day gone by -- but it is a time worth returning to for the sheer goodness of Heidi and for the love of the mountains and their healing beauty. "

" I admire Heidi. She and I have some similarity. "

" What can I say? It's good. It's a classic. And the language wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. :) "

" My childhood book along with Little Women "

" I love this book so much. I had got this book froma church and then I started reading it. When I read that Hiedi's mom and dad had died I didn't cry but I felt sorry for her. I thought Heidi's grandfather was mean and didn't care about her. But when Heid's aunt came to get her he think he cried but I am not sure. The picture I saw was him crying but I was really happy at the end. This is my favorite book. "

" I'm still choking on the treacle. I didn't read this book as a child, so I have no fond memories of it. Reading it as an adult, I appreciated the glimpse of Swiss alpine life, but found the relentless message, that good cheer and faith in God make life turn out right, tiresome. "

" One of the best books that I ever read as a kid .. This book still gives joy as I think about all the experiences and adventures of Heidi. Wish to re-read this one again very soon, this time as a kid-who-has-crossed-20! "

" It's a book that makes you happy "

" I read this when I was maybe Heidi's age. Loved it. Wanted to move to Switzerland and get a friend in a wheelchair. Klara was so nice. "

" I adore this book. It's so light hearted and absolutely beautiful to read. I am always transported to a wonderful world full of hope beauty and innocence "

" i loved the innocence,joy and happiness portrayed in this book in the form of Heidi.....i really liked her desire to wish to see everyone a happy being......simply PERFECT!! "

" After owning this book for over 20 years...I finally finished it. The description of the mountains and nature pushed this from a 3 star to a 4 for me, as natural mountain beauty is somewhat limited for me right now. It's a little preachy sometimes, and a very simple story, but I finished! Go me! "

" This was another amazing, down to earth book :) "

" I edited out a lot of the back story of the grandfather and various stereotyping. I liked some of the discussion of God and prayer, but edited out some of that too. We read the unabridged version and it was fine. "

" Read the story after seeing the tv programme when I was a child. The book streches out a litte, but it will always stay a classic. The wonderful story of a girl, her relationship with others, her grandfathers love for her, her love for her friends and freedom "

" Loved it! Read this with my 10 yr old daughter and I'm sure I got more out of it than she did. I do know that it caused her to think quite a few times and we had some great discussions. A great story for the soul! My 11 yr old son really liked the book too. "

" Book club choice this month. I liked it okay. Nothing wonderful. Quick cute read. "

" I read an edition unknown, I think the cover was red. It was such a cool story! I wanted to be so good- like Heidi! "

" A great book full of life and joy. Heidi is like a bird in the story, flitting here and there, spreading joy wherever she flies. I love the way Alm-Uncle opens up on account of his little grandchild. Although no one in the village could reach the old man's heart, Heidi could, and did. "

" I read this with my daughters over the last few weeks. We enjoyed it. I had never read it, but it was one of my grandmothers favorite movies (the one with Shirley Temple) so I watched it many times. It's a great book to read with your kids. "

" This story of love, forgiveness and friendship touches our deepest emotions. However, it is also extremely predictable and dry writing. An ok book. "

" Wonderful read - hard to put the book down. "

" If it wasn't for the preaching, it would be a brilliant little book. "

" A children's classic---recently re-read it as an adult and still enjoyable. "

" great book--cute story. if u get the chance, totally read it. "

" Quite literally, this is why I learnt to read. It was my first proper book. Must have read it 100 times at least. Highly recommend its innocence beauty and simplicity. "

" Another book that I read as a kid so often that it ended up falling apart! "

" I am reading this out loud to my two little boys. It has been years since I read this to the older children and I am definitely enjoying it again, this 3rd time around. "

" Its one of the First books i read. It will always stay close to my heart. Heidi, Clara & Peter taught me whats friendship! "

" I read this as a child in competition with my aunt. We were only allowed to read in 30 minute stretches and trade off. I read it again as an adult. Not sure of the year so split the difference haha "

" Sometimes you want to revisit a sweet little story from when you were young... "

" This book is a wonderful read! Within those lines in this book lies some wisdom and simple happiness that we seldom turn to in this busy life. It holds a special meaning to me personally for Heidi is a brilliant and wonderful girl who seeks pleasure in simple things and making someone else happy. (: "

" This book is putting a lot to person's attitude and character! Highly recommending! After reading one is full of positiveness:)) "

" My mum loved this book so much that she named me after it. "

" This was my first time reading this. Somehow I missed it as a kid. I read it to Lizzy and gleaned some valuable christian insights. "

" We read and re-read this many times as children. The mountains, the sheep, the healthy food, the uncle, the town. It was a great read and a wonderful commentary on family. "

" An utterly charming book--what literature should be. Things do not have to be doom and gloom to be entirely enthralling. "

" Set in the snowy Alps, but Heidi made it so warm with her affection for everyone :) "

" A wonderfull tale. Heidi is a great character, very natural "

" This is one of my favorite classic books. I really enjoyed it, and I'm hoping I can read it again soon. I would definitely recommend this book! "

" I think it is a amazing book! it is sooooooo goooood!!!!!!! "

" Only one word describe it.... Charming. :) "

" An utterly charming book--what literature should be. Things do not have to be doom and gloom to be entirely enthralling. "

" One of my favourite stories from childhood. Rummaging through my old books recently I couldn't help but sit and read this again. "

" This was just fun to pick up and read again. Good realationships and attitudes are always uplifting. "

" This was one of the sweetest and most heart-warming stories I've ever read. "

" It's a really cute book. I loved the friendships and the atmosphere of this book. It's a really pleasant book and I would recommend it to everybody. It's a classic - it's meant to be read. "

" a beautiful classic that will always be alive "

" This book has the ability to captivate its readers. I really felt like I was Heidi as I read the words that painted a picture in my mind. This is a classic children's book that is adventurous and fun. "

" My sister was named after this book. We read the story as children and when girl number 3 came along she was named Heidi. The story is sweet and enduring, great book for a read out-loud to you kids. "

" I am reading this out loud to my two little boys. It has been years since I read this to the older children and I am definitely enjoying it again, this 3rd time around. "

" Such a cute book! All i can say is she is a hoot to read about! "

" Love and adore this book!!!!! "

" A very nostalgic and heartwarming read. "

" While a pleasant little story that reminded me of the Shirley Temple movie I found it a bit preachy. I get that God works in mysterious ways, but I do not need it pounded into my head - thank you. "

" This paperback, a different edition than this, is in my collection. I had a hardcover edition when I was growing up. Have read it a few times. Love it! "

" Love it! :D The rest of her books are good as well.:) "

" One of my best children's book ever recommended by my friend. I'll give more than 5 stars!*********** "

" Heidi is one of those classic books you never get tired of. I love Heidi's personality and her simple, sweet, loving nature. This is a unique book that everyone has to read. "

" I LOVED this book in primary school. "

" This sweet, easy-to-read story of childhood made me wish I had grown up in the Swiss Alps.Reading it was like taking in deep breaths of cool mountain air. It had a twinge of nostalgia in it, but it was also wonderful because of its simple joys:God,friendship,home. "

" I remember wanting to go to The Alps and be Heidi, after reading this. I loved it as a Child. It was a surreal moment feeling the desire of seeing The Alps. "

" I read Heidi over and over again when I was a child. Everytime I read it I had to eat cheese, not goat cheese but white american cheese. This had to be in the early 1950's white american was all we had. "

" A children's book but with life lessons for all ages. "

" I haven't read Heidi for years, but I read it repeatedly as a child and loved it. "

" My daughter loved this book and also read a simplified read it yourself version of it. "

" i loved the innocence,joy and happiness portrayed in this book in the form of Heidi.....i really liked her desire to wish to see everyone a happy being......simply PERFECT!! "

" Read it as a child. Beautiful! "

" This was absolutely beautiful. It is reminiscent of those sweet childhood days...Highly recommended for all. "

" it's still great but the religious buts are annoying. "

" An absolutely delightful read! Full of love, adventure, beauty, forgiveness, and friendship. The depicted joys of a simple mountain life are enchanting. "

" I recently read it, found it amazing! Story of a little girl with such strength of character and goodness. "

" This was just fun to pick up and read again. Good realationships and attitudes are always uplifting. "

" I thought this book was a great story because if you put your best into it every day you'll bloom.Also it is a great story of sadness.It is a great story for people who get homesick. "

" Beautiful. There is a reason why this story is a classic. The very light story shows the the inner beauty kindness brings "

" This book is a definition of the easy joys in life that can be taken for granted. Such a simplistic tale told with the childhood perspective of Heidi's. A must read that shows that not all childhood enjoyment is materialistic in nature. "

" I still love this book. It's just so sweet. "

" This book is more religious then I though was possible. Enjoyed reading this book. "

" I'll never forget reading this, although it was 15 years ago. A true classic that stimulates many nostalgic memories! "

" The first classic i worked my way through as a child. It took me away from my beloved Animal Ark books for weeks! "

" I really liked this book and I think all who like sad books this is your book. It's a Christian book about a abandoned girl who goes up to live in the mountains. It's a really cool book "

" The first book that I owned ... "

" i hadn't read this for ages, i forgot all about it! as a city girl i am baffled, but it is so sweet! i'm sure it would be different without cars. the cheese sounds delicious, but i don't know how these people survive without vegetables. i'm sure i'll reread again soon now that it's on the kindle. "

" I'd definitely have enjoyed it if I'd read it as a kid. I remember reading the abridged version though. "

" I loved this book in a way I could never love Little Women or Anne of Green Gables, and I have no idea why. I think something about it just appealed to me. However, the sequel is actually BETTER. "

" I have been reading this to my children. It is delightful! I love Heidi's positive outlook on life and how she sees the beauty in everything around her. She is so loving and loyal to those she loves. My kids have loved it, too. Great classic! "

" I still can't read this one without crying. "

" There's not too much plot to Heidi but it's a delightful story. Beware the grandmamma's teaching about God though. Not strictly orthodox! "

" I loved it. I read ahead because I just had to know what was going to happen next. "

" I loved it. I read ahead because I just had to know what was going to happen next. "

" I loved it. I read ahead because I just had to know what was going to happen next. "

" I remember this was the first book I ever read! "

" I remember this was the first book I ever read! "

" I remember this was the first book I ever read! "

" Very cute! and very adorable!! "

" Very cute! and very adorable!! "

" I like the movie with cute little Shirley Temple waaaaayyy better! lol "

" I like the movie with cute little Shirley Temple waaaaayyy better! lol "

" I like the movie with cute little Shirley Temple waaaaayyy better! lol "

" This was the first English book I have ever read in school, I think I was 7 years old. I remember enjoying this book and many many images from this book have been wired into my memory, like her grandfather grilling cheese for her :P "

" This was the first English book I have ever read in school, I think I was 7 years old. I remember enjoying this book and many many images from this book have been wired into my memory, like her grandfather grilling cheese for her :P "

" This was the first English book I have ever read in school, I think I was 7 years old. I remember enjoying this book and many many images from this book have been wired into my memory, like her grandfather grilling cheese for her :P "

" This is a classic story the children will still enjoy. "

" I still can't read this one without crying. "

" A wonderfull tale. Heidi is a great character, very natural "

" This is a classic story the children will still enjoy. "

" I still can't read this one without crying. "

" A wonderfull tale. Heidi is a great character, very natural "

" This is a classic story the children will still enjoy. "

" I still can't read this one without crying. "

" A wonderfull tale. Heidi is a great character, very natural "

" One my favorite books my Grandma give it to me for Christmas with hand painted illustrations. "

" One my favorite books my Grandma give it to me for Christmas with hand painted illustrations. "

" One my favorite books my Grandma give it to me for Christmas with hand painted illustrations. "