Book 'The Gnome's Journey'

With the beginning of spring, the three gnomes Zirbel, Nießerich, and Schlucker awaken in their home under the old oak tree. Nießerich and Schlucker decide to build a boat and embark on a search for their brother Wolkennase, who left long ago to find the Silver Spring.

Thus begins their journey up the river, which takes them, among other places, through the dark Crow Wood, where they encounter the Great Grum. Only with the help of numerous friends and a good deal of courage do they survive the journey and finally return home happily before winter can take too much of a toll on them.

In England, mentioned in the same breath as classics like "Watership Down," this wonderful book is now available in German, splendidly and opulently illustrated by Daniela Drescher.