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When the Marmot Stole Spring
When the Marmot Stole Spring
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My toes are like icicles!
For Otto, a grumpy, shivering marmot living high in the frosty Alps, winter is an absolute disaster. While everyone else happily frisks in the snow, Otto harbors a dramatic dislike for the cold—so much so that he begins to plot the unthinkable.
He sneaks into the Harbinger's secret cave and steals the heavy golden bell of Spring!
The instant Otto gives the bell a merry shake, the snow melts away, green grass shoots up, and a glorious wave of warmth floods the mountains. But this isn't just a cheerful early spring—it is an unchecked, runaway disaster. With the ancient snowpacks melting into raging torrents and his alpine neighbors sweltering in the unseasonal heat, Otto's selfish quest for comfort threatens to flood the entire valley forever.
Written and illustrated by Albin Ingelherner, When the Marmot Stole Spring is a cautionary fairy tale with a deliciously witty edge, brought to life through slightly disturbing, highly atmospheric pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations.
Why readers will love it:
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Distinctive Artistry: Features slightly eerie, beautifully detailed pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations that give this alpine fable a striking, classic fairy-tale look.
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A Witty Cautionary Tale: A clever, mischievous spin on the dangers of getting exactly what you wish for, perfectly suited for slightly older readers.
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Unforgettable Characters: From the pessimistic Harbinger to the stubbornly cozy Otto and the howling wind-spirit Windbörzl, it’s a cast of characters you won't soon forget.
Perfect for young readers stepping into darker folklore, fans of classic cautionary tales, and bedtime read-alouds with a touch of whimsy and peril!
