Leonard and Gertrude

By Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi

Book Overview

Leonard and Gertrude is a novel written by Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, originally published in 1781. The story is set in a small Swiss village and follows the lives of two main characters, Leonard and Gertrude. Leonard is a hardworking farmer who is struggling to make ends meet and provide for his family. Gertrude is a young woman who has been abandoned by her husband and left to raise her children alone.Despite their difficult circumstances, Leonard and Gertrude are determined to make a better life for themselves and their families. They work tirelessly to improve their land and provide for their children, while also helping others in their community who are in need.The novel explores themes of poverty, social injustice, and the importance of community support. It also highlights the power of love and compassion in overcoming adversity.Leonard and Gertrude is considered a classic of Swiss literature and has been translated into many languages. It is a timeless story that continues to inspire readers with its message of hope and perseverance.1891. Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, Swiss educational reformer, whose theories laid the foundation of modern elementary education. His masterpiece, Leonard and Gertrude, is an account of the gradual reformation, first of a household, and then of a whole village, by the efforts of a good and devoted woman.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417938994
• ISBN13: 9781417938995
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"