Mielikki – das Mädchen aus dem Wald

I am Mielikki, and I have been waiting for you. And before I even knew what was happening to me, she took my hand and led me into the forest. And so begins Anna's journey through the woods. Anna had often sat by the lake's shore, gazing at the forest on the opposite side. It had something magical about it. On that day, she gathered her courage and crossed the lake. Mielikki guides Anna through the forest, drawing her attention to the breathing of the trees and the rhythm of the water. Thus, Anna learns to listen not only to the forest but also to her own breathing, her own body. She learns to feel at home in nature. The two encounter friendly bears, stroke the soft fur of deer, learn to be as vigilant as owls, and to sneak silently like wolves—until Anna awakens in her bed. Was it all just a dream? Judith Drews wants everyone to perceive the messages of the forest. Her retro illustrations in earthy colors and the short texts invite you to reflect on the wonders of nature around us with Mielikki and Anna.