Cornelli

By Johanna Spyri

A spoiled girl learns life's true values in the countryside.

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118 pages· 49,919 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Cornelli, a lonely girl from the Swiss mountains, is sent to live with a humble family to learn compassion and hard work. As she navigates this new life, she discovers friendship, kindness, and her own resilience. Will Cornelli embrace these lessons and transform her heart?

From the publisher

“Cornelli” is a children’s book written by Johanna Spyri, the author best known for creating the classic children’s novel “Heidi’’. “Cornelli” is a heartwarming story about a young girl named Cornelli who lives with her wealthy parents in the Swiss mountains. Cornelli is a spoiled and lonely child who lacks empathy for others. Her parents decide to send her to stay with a poor family in the countryside in order to teach her the value of hard work, compassion, and community. There, Cornelli meets a kind and loving family who teach her how to take care of animals, work in the garden, and appreciate the simple things in life. Throughout the book, Cornelli learns important life lessons about the importance of friendship, kindness, and selflessness. She also discovers her own strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Readers can find this as an uplifting story that teaches important values to young readers. It is a timeless classic that continues to be loved by generations of children around the world.

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