Nils Holgersson's Adventures with the Goatherd

Author: Lagerlof
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Phonetic edition of literary classics for primary school students, accompanied by a CD-ROM with engaging introductions by "Aunt Juying." Little friends, have you ever heard of a story about a boy traveling on a white goose? This book tells you this magical and interesting tale. The Adventures of Niels is about a boy with a unique experience. His home is in Sweden, and his name is Niels. Because he teased a sprite, he was punished and transformed by the sprite's magic into a tiny creature no bigger than a thumb. He then embarked on an adventurous journey across his homeland, riding on his family's white goose, Morten, and a flock of migrating geese. Along the way, Niels uses his intelligence and, with the help of others, overcomes one challenge after another. He makes the cunning fox suffer greatly, is kidnapped by a gang of crows but manages to escape, stays as a guest in the beautiful garden of a ghost, and even befriends a fierce-looking bear. Through these adventures, Niels gradually matures, transforming from a mischievous and playful child into a kind, responsible, and helpful true gentleman. In the end, when Niels returns to his long-absent home, he is surprised to find that he has reverted to his original form. Little friends, let's take flight with our imaginations and embark on this wonderful adventure alongside Niels on the back of the white goose.