The Tale of the Red-Haired Girl

"The Tale of the Red-Haired Girl" — a touching story of the coming-of-age of Eva Kün, a red-haired high school girl from a small provincial town on the banks of the Kama River. She has a rare name, an unusual appearance, and a dreamy, independent character. Facing taunts at school and family troubles, Eva learns to accept herself. She falls in love for the first time, prepares for the school prom, makes friends, has quarrels, and lives the life of an ordinary girl… 1. A touching and sincere story about growing up and adolescent difficulties: the tale shows how painful it is to face mockery and injustice, and how important it is not to lose oneself.

• 2. The autobiographical basis gives the narrative a special authenticity: the heroine's experiences are real and familiar to many children and adolescents.
• 3. The book will be valuable not only to young readers but also to parents, teachers, and all those who want to speak the same language with children and support them in moments of vulnerability.