Johanna Spyri

A sequel to the author's Heidi grows up, which is a continuation of Johanna Spyri's Heidi. Tells of the birth of Heidi's twins, the child Marta who comes to live with Heidi and her family, and the Alm-Uncle's secret.

The wayward traveler -- Lemuel Gulliver -- ends up on a series of bizarrely populated islands. First he is a giant among little people, but then sees the situation reversed when he's surrounded by giants twelve times his size. Next he finds himself in the clouds, in a society of devoted but ultimately hapless mathematicians. Lastly, his journey brings him to an island where incredibly noble horses must deal with a race of uncouth, reviled ape-men:...

Presents extracts from "Heidi," "Little Women," "Anne of Green Gables," "Pippi Longstocking," "The Great Gilly Hopkins," "Ramona the Pest," and other favorite books featuring strong female characters known for their resourcefulness, courage, and sense of adventure.