Books with author Marcus Pfister

In his fifth adventure Hopper, the little arctic hare, is having such fun with his friend Scamp that he loses all track of time. He promised his mother he would be home before dark, and now he is late! ""Don't worry"", says Scamp, and shows Hopper a shortcut across the river. But Hopper can't swim! Thanks to a friendly beaver, Hopper's watery adventure ends happily. He learns that shortcuts can be dangerous and that his mother does know what's best for her little arctic hare.

Mikko the little hedgehog loved his garden. He knew all the animals that lived there. He knew all the plants and flowers too, and he enjoyed learning about their healing powers. He thought he was perfectly content—until the day Grandfather Tarek stopped by and told Mikko he was wasting his time. "Go take a look how others lead their lives!" Tarek tells him. So that's just what Mikko does.

Penguin Pete is back! Marcus Pfister's irresistible hero returns home from his latest adventure with his friend Walter Whale. All the penguins come out to greet them on their return, among them, a cute little girl penguin named Pat. Pete is enchanted, and the very next day he sets out to find her. What follows is romance and a big wedding, attended by all of Pete's friends.

Out exploring one day, Penguin Pete spots an abandoned wreck and climbs aboard. There he discovers Horatio, the ship's mouse, and the two become fast friends. Poor Pete, however, seems to run afoul of everything aboard ship, from getting tangled in the nets to feeling sick in the crow's nest. But then the duo takes to the open water, and it's Pete's turn to shine when he makes a heroic rescue. Full color.

Ten years ago, Rainbow Fish swam into the lives and hearts of children around the world. Ever since, he's captivated readers with his beautiful silver scales and his generous heart of gold. Published in 28 countries and 37 languages, this international favorite remains one of the best-selling books ever. The Rainbow Fish,"" North-South has published a handsome gift edition that's even more glittering than the original.