The white stone

The White Stone is a children's fantasy story about five year old Elle. From her granny, Elle hears stories about Duottarháldi, a mountain spirit that lives on Ptarmigan Mountain. Elle makes friends with Sáija, a Gufihtar girl, who comes from Ptarmigan Mountain. To start with Sáija often comes to Elle to play and have fun. Then one day Sáija invites Elle to come with her to Ptarmigan Mountain. They travel on the wings of the wind. Many strange things happen there. A white wagtail gives Elle a magic white stone, as a present for rescuing a wagtail from a cat. This stone will be of great help. Returning home, Elle has a lot to think about, especially about her granny's wooden chest. Ulrika Tapio Blind has created beautiful colour illustrations for the book.