Conni conquers the world: children's book heroine goes on a global tour of discovery!

Conni conquers the world: children's book heroine goes on a global tour of discovery!

The world of children's book illustration has suffered a bitter loss: Eva Wenzel-bürger, the talented artist who breathed life into the popular character Pixi, has died. The “Pixi” picture books, which have delighted children’s hearts since 1954, are inseparably linked to their name. Wenzel- Bürger, born on February 2, 1932 in Berlin, leaves behind an impressive legacy. Her iconic hunting lodge with stocking cap and colorful illustrations have influenced generations of children. Her work will be transferred to the Eva Wenzel Bürger Foundation, founded in 2021, which is dedicated to child welfare and the art of illustration vienna.at reported.

The Conni brand and its origins

Also connected to Wenzel- Bürger's legacy is the character Conni, who came to life in the minds of many children during their childhood. Liane Schneider, the creator of this charming heroine in the red and white striped sweater, has made Conni an unmistakable part of German children's literature since the 1990s. The first Pixi books, including “Conni comes to kindergarten,” were illustrated by Wenzel-bürger. These stories have spread far beyond German borders and are known under different names in numerous countries, such as Denmark, Hungary and Poland, among others ndr.de showed.

Conni has managed to create a world in which children can reflect their own experiences. Liane Schneider is convinced that her stories help young readers deal with insecurities and address topics that they might not otherwise share. The upcoming volume “Conni and World Children’s Day,” which will be published at the end of July, will continue this tradition and further spread the global values ​​that Conni embodies. The connection between Wenzel-bürger and Schneider shows how important collaboration and creativity are in children's books to inspire generations of children to read.