Tag: Littérature suisse

Johanna Spyri: The Pen That Made the Alps Shine

Portrait Johanna

From the serenity of her native Hirzel to the heights of literary fame, Johanna Spyri gave Switzerland one of its most enduring symbols: Heidi.
Through her gentle yet powerful writing, she transformed the simplicity of Alpine life into a universal tale of freedom, kindness, and resilience — a story that continues to illuminate the spirit of the Swiss Alps around the world.