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Christina Steiner was born and raised in Switzerland. At an early age she read any books that the library in her small town had to offer. The many interesting places, cultures and adventures she read about enticed her to travel and experience the world first hand. Awed by the beauty and weather in California, she settled in the San Fernando Valley and raised two daughters. Presently she lives in Ventura, California with her partner and her dogs. She is passionate about nature and explores her surroundings on horseback or by foot.
Reviewed by Jessyca Garcia for Readers' Favorite
The Fantastic Travels of William and the Monarch Butterfly: Fly, Fly Away on the Wings of a Monarch Butterfly by Christina Steiner is a great book that teaches children and adults how to respect butterflies and other insects. This book also teaches them about butterflies, friendship and death. The story follows William and Anka the butterfly he caught. Anka shows William her world after convincing him to set her free.
I chose to read The Fantastic Travels of William and the Monarch Butterfly because my daughter loves butterflies. I did not realize when I chose this book how much I would learn about Monarch butterflies as well. Steiner has done a terrific job in filling this book with facts about the lives and travels of Monarch butterflies. I never realized where or how far butterflies travel. I liked how the book is written for children, but is told in a way that it teaches adults as well. I admit the book did make me tear up, but there is no easy way to talk about death. William and Anka’s friendship truly touched my heart.
I really enjoyed The Fantastic Travels of William and the Monarch Butterfly and my daughter loved the colorful pictures. It was nice to see the world through a butterfly’s eyes. I hope that this book encourages children and adults to stop trying to catch butterflies as well as other insects. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading about nature. I hope that Steiner can write a similar book on lightning bugs/fireflies, which is another insect that deserves more respect.
