The Adventures of Little Mary

by Sibylle Von Olfers, Katrin Van Der Leeden (Translator)

Overview

"The Adventures of Little Mary" is an English version of the beloved German children's book "Was Marilenchen erlebte!" by author and illustrator Sibylle von Olfers. This enchanting tale follows the captivating journey of a young girl named Mary as she embarks on a series of magical adventures.

one day, little Mary sees snowflakes falling outside her window, and they invite her on an incredible journey. Mary puts on warm clothes and follows the snowflakes into a magical snowy world. She meets friendly snowflake children and goes on a thrilling ride in a silver sleigh with Mr. Wind. They reach a beautiful snow kingdom with an ice castle and meet the Snow Queen and Princess, who are celebrating a birthday...The story captures the essence of childhood curiosity, imagination, and the joy of discovery.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781998157051
Publisher:	Onebook Press
Publication date:	09/01/2023
Edition description:	Large Type
Pages:	26
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.25(d)
Age Range:	1 - 5 Years

About the Author

Sibylle von Olfers (1881-1916), a German author and illustrator, shaped the landscape of children's literature. Born into Königsberg's Metgethen estate, her upbringing within a creative family kindled her artistic passion. Her imaginative games earned her the moniker "wild bumblebee." Crafting picture books for her sister fostered an intimate bond. In 1906, her renowned work "The Root Children" debuted, captivating readers with its narrative and intricate art. Briefly embracing a religious life as a nun added another layer to her story. Despite her premature passing, Olfers' legacy endures, a testament to the enduring magic of her creativity and storytelling.

Katrin van der Leeden was born and raised in Germany, where she attended the University of Munich to complete her Master's Degree in Applied Linguistics (German as a Foreign Language), Art History, and Literature. In 1994, Katrin van der Leeden immigrated to Canada, where she obtained a Bachelor of Education, as well as a Master of Education from the University of Victoria. Since 2000, she has been working as a teacher in both high school and elementary school in Victoria, BC, Canada.