In a fairy-tale-like and humorous way, Erwin Moser tells the story of Alfons the raven, who was once a human, and the wizard Moldovan, who was a raven. A children's book classic: exciting, full of adventures, and simply enchanting!

Alfons is a true jinx and unhappy with his life as a raven. The other birds fly away from him; he is far too gluttonous, and misfortunes constantly befall him. When the wizard Moldovan suggests they swap forms, he is thrilled. But soon, he begins to long for his raven self. Alfons and Moldovan embark on an adventurous quest for the magical plums that are supposed to transform them back. A heartwarming story for reading aloud and for independent reading, featuring colorful illustrations in the finest Erwin Moser style.