A Bell for Ursli

Author Information: In 1945, "Uorsin" was published by the Engadine poet and kindergarten teacher Selina Chönz, which achieved worldwide fame thanks to the illustrations by painter Alois Carigiet. Ursli is the hero of the story, which revolves around themes of departure and return, independent action, and self-assertion. Soon after, picture books about his sister "Flurina" and their adventures in the "Great Snow" followed. In terms of international success, Schellen-Ursli is the little brother of Heidi. However, in regard to the illustrations by Alois Carigiet, it stands as a monument of Swiss graphic art of the 20th century, an icon of Swiss picture book creation, and a genuine ambassador of alpine self-assertion. Every year, tourists from all over the world visit Ursli's homeland. Most importantly, however, his unwavering popularity as the great hero of little heroes remains.