Peter Perl has a dreadful family, but he himself is a great guy. The terrible sister collects bird nests, the baby brother is a real disappointment, and there are many different types of dads. Luckily, there’s Grandma Marie, Saint Boniface, the rich favorite aunt, and Dad’s new wife. Christine Nöstlinger’s children ask surprising questions and give astonishing answers. As diverse as their worries, ideas, observations, and dreams, these new poems are fascinating in their apparent simplicity, revealing the depths and magic of human life and coexistence. They are both sad and mischievous, full of confusion, hope, and humor. Sensitive in every way, keenly observed, and together with Heide Stöllinger’s illustrations, this is a wonderful collection of poetry that you won’t want to put down.