Image of the cover of the book Heidi by Johanna Spyri. At one point, the cover was likely a light blue color but time has aged and use has worn and faded the color, especially around the edges. the cover has scratches, knicks, and water damage.

Early edition of Heidi by Johanna Spyri and translated by Louise Brooks. The cover of the book is a light blue color with black ink. Starting at the top and reaching towards the middle of the cover is the branch of an evergreen tree with long thin needles. The illustration carries onto the spine of the book which also has the title and the name of the publisher. Also on the spine is a strip of paper with "GCW" on it for Gustine Courson Weaver. On the title page is faded text with the title, subtitles, and names of the author, translator, and publisher. On the opposite page is a full color illustration of Heidi playing outside. She has one foot on the ground and the other in the air. Her arms are raised up above her head. In the background is dark green foliage and a dirt path. The illustration is captioned with, "Heidi spring joyfully about." Below the caption is a handwritten note in pencil.