Spyri

[ shpee-ree, spee- ]

noun

1. Jo·han·na [yaw-, hah, -nah, joh-, han, -, uh, -, -, an, -, uh], 1827–1901, Swiss author.

Example Sentences

In 1992, the two collaborated on a video work called “Heidi,” inspired by the Swiss writer Johanna Spyri’s 1881 novel about an orphan sent to live in the woods with her grandfather.

From New York Times

The books that bring back powerful memories are “The Borrowers” books, by Mary Norton, “Heidi,” by Johanna Spyri, “Little Women,” by Louisa May Alcott, and “Harriet the Spy,” by Louise Fitzhugh.

From New York Times

He joined Toei after graduating in 1959, and later collaborated with Miyazaki on the television series “Lupin the Third Part I” and “Heidi, Girl of the Alps,” based on a book by Swiss author Johanna Spyri.

From Washington Post

He is also known for the 1970s Japanese TV series “Heidi, Girl of the Alps,” based on the book by Swiss author Johanna Spyri.

From Washington Times

His past works have focused on lovable and strong female characters, including his 1970s Japanese TV series “Heidi, Girl of the Alps,” based on the book by Swiss author Johanna Spyri.

From Washington Times