Kurt Wiese established himself as a prolific illustrator whose distinctive artistic vision graced over 400 books. His own written and illustrated works, numbering eighteen, showcased a remarkable visual flair. Despite early family opposition to his artistic pursuits and an unconventional life path that included years in China and as a prisoner of war, Wiese forged an impressive career. His profound fascination with the natural world, particularly animals, infused his art, offering readers captivating visual narratives.
Emma and Alice, Bean Farm's favorite ducks, and that intrepid pig, Freddy, are off for a glorious balloon ride to celebrate the Fourth of July. If Freddy, Emma, and Alice had known what is in store for them, they would have remained quietly at home. Illustrations. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
"The Story About Ping "covers the concepts Family and Problem Solving. This classic children's book was first published in 1933 and is still as delightful and relevant as ever. Ping's owner takes him and his siblings to the river for dinner. When it's time to go, Ping is the last duck in the water and, as such, will receive a spanking. To avoid punishment, he hides--only to be captured the next morning by a young boy for his family's dinner. Finally Ping is set free, and when he sees his master's boat, the last thing he fears is a spanking--he's just thankful to be home
There's trouble on the Bean farm. First a toy train disappears. Then Prinny the Dog's dinner is missing and Egbert the Rabbit is nowhere to be found. The animals of Bean Farm need a detective, and fast Luckily, Freddy the Pig is on the case. Having just finished reading Sherlock Holmes, Freddy and his partner Mrs. Wiggins the Cow set up a detective agency in the barn. But when Freddy's best friend Jinx the Cat is framed for a dastardly deed, all of Freddy's detecting skills are put to the test.
Mit Illustrationen von Kurt Wiese und dem Originaltext der Erstausgabe
Die wahre Geschichte von Bambi, ursprünglich von Felix Salten, ist ein Umweltroman, der als Allegorie auf das jüdische Leben in Europa gelesen werden kann. Der Text beleuchtet das Gleichgewicht zwischen Mensch und Natur und enthält zahlreiche Lebensweisheiten und philosophische Anklänge.