Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Rico is a novel written by Johanna Spyri, the author of the famous children's book ""Heidi."" The book tells the story of a young boy named Rico who lives in a small village in Switzerland. Rico is a kind and compassionate child who is loved by everyone in the village. However, he is often teased and bullied by his classmates because he is poor and does not have nice clothes or toys like the other children.Despite his difficult circumstances, Rico remains optimistic and determined to make something of himself. He dreams of becoming a successful businessman and providing for his family. With the help of his kind-hearted mother and the support of his friends, Rico sets out on a journey to achieve his goals.Throughout the book, readers follow Rico's journey as he faces numerous challenges and obstacles. He struggles to find work and make ends meet, but he never gives up. Along the way, he learns important life lessons about perseverance, hard work, and the importance of friendship and family.The Story of Rico is a heartwarming and inspiring tale that teaches readers the value of determination and resilience. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.
