Mendel, Florence Emma Voigt 1874- creator Horne, Diantha W. 1879-1966 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Our Little Austrian Cousin" by Florence Emma Voigt Mendel is a children's fiction book written in the early 20th century. This work is part of the "Little Cousin Series," which introduces young readers to various cultures through the eyes of influential child characters. In this story, the main character, Ferdinand Müller, is a lively boy from Vienna whose adventures lead him to an Austrian farm and various historical and legendary experiences rooted in his homeland. The opening of the tale sets the stage for Ferdinand’s excitement as school ends, revealing his eagerness for a surprise trip his family has planned. It illustrates moments of family bonding as they prepare for a visit to a farm, contrasting the bustling life of children in the city of Vienna with the quaint rural lifestyle. Through Ferdinand's conversations with his affectionate parents and the anticipation of meeting his cousin Teresa, readers are introduced to the warmth of Austrian family life. The narrative blends educational elements about Austrian customs, geography, and history, making it both a delightful adventure and an informative introduction to Austria's culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-07-09 Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Children -- Austria -- Juvenile literature DB PZ Original publication data not identified 13015168 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46230 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46230 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134048.0 46230