The Gnomes' Winter Journey

Quick Look

• An enchanting winter tale from renowned Swiss artist Ernst Kreidolf illustrated in a style reminiscent of Sybille von Olfers
• Three gnomes make a snowy journey with the help of some new friends
• Full of winter fun -- sledging, snowball fights, tobogganing and a delicious feast with the Winter Queen
• Available for the first time in English

An enchanting winter tale from renowned Swiss artist Ernst Kreidolf in a style reminiscent of Sybille von Olfers. The woodland gnomes set off on a snowy journey to visit their mountain cousins. What fun will they have when they arrive?

Description

It's the first snow of winter and the forest gnomes set off to visit their mountain cousins to celebrate the coming of the Winter Queen. On their cold journey the gnomes get help from dancing snow fairies, and a sledge pulled by friendly squirrels.

When the forest gnomes finally arrive at their cousins' icy home there's much fun to be had --snowball fights, tobogganing and a delicious feast with the elegant Winter Queen.

This is a gorgeous new edition of the classic and enchanting winter story first published in 1924. Swiss artist Ernst Kreidolf's delightful illustrations of magical little folk are reminiscent of Elsa Beskow and Sibylle von Olfers.

Reviews

'An engaging story... with fun drawings.'
-- Midwest Book Review

'This attractive book is translated from a classic, wintry, German tale. Full of fun and mischief... The gentle text and enchanting illustrations combine to make this both a perfect book to share and an ideal read for the child who wants to settle in a corner with a captivating story.'
-- Carousel

'A fantastic snowy tale of the woodland gnomes who visit their mountain cousins and meet the Winter Queen.'
-- Juno

'The illustrations in wintry muted hues complement the story and add to the fun... This would be a good choice for a winter story time.'
-- Youth Services Book Review

'(A)n unusual and delightful adventure... You will immediately be enchanted by the three endearing little bearded fellows with cone-shaped hats... You will surely admire each drawing by the renowned Swiss painter, author, and illustrator, Ernst Kreidolf.'
-- Vermont Country Sampler

'A beautiful winter treat, The Gnomes' Winter Journey is a traditional tale that feels a little bit like it might be something straight out of Narnia... The illustrations are deft and magical, and the story feels like a timeless clasic that parents will enjoy reading too.'
-- School Library Association

'No shortage of fun.'
-- Kids Read the World (Instagram)

Author

Ernst Kreidolf (1863-1956) was a Swiss artist best known for illustrating children's books about flower fairies and other little folk.