Our Little German Cousin


Lu par Claudia Salto

(4 stars; 6 reviews)

This book is part of the "Our Little Cousin" series, written for North American children to tell them about their 'cousins' from other parts of the world. Embark on a journey to 19th Century Germany with Bertha, Gretchen and Hans. They live in a toy-making village in the Black Forest. Learn about their work and customs; get to know facts and lore, hear about architecture, music and more. ( Claudia Salto) (1 hr 57 min)

Chapitres

Preface 3:26 Lu par Claudia Salto
Christmas 9:51 Lu par Claudia Salto
Toy-Making 14:01 Lu par Claudia Salto
The Wicked Bishop 19:42 Lu par Claudia Salto
The Coffee-Party 8:04 Lu par Claudia Salto
The Beautiful Castle 12:49 Lu par Claudia Salto
The Great Frederick 11:56 Lu par Claudia Salto
The Brave Princess 12:47 Lu par Claudia Salto
What the Waves Bring 11:23 Lu par Claudia Salto
The Magic Sword 13:39 Lu par Claudia Salto

Critiques

Interesting


(3 stars)

A peep into the lives of a German family in the early 1900s, prior to WW1. Not only did it give a glimpse into the lives of an ordinary German family, it also recounted local legends and some of the history of Germany. It also gave some insight into the mindset of German nationalism at that time, and an inkling of the war to come. The book ended very abruptly as though the author had stoped writing midway through the book. Although it was written for children, I’m not sure how interesting modern children would find it. But the writing is very accessible, so kids into history might enjoy it. The narration was pretty good too.


(5 stars)

wonderful little book and readers accent is ideal!

very well read


(4 stars)

charming story, thanks