Jim Knopf und Lukas der Lokomotivführer machen einen Ausflug

The setting of Jim Knopf is so vivid and magical — I wonder what sparked Ende’s imagination to build this universe from scratch.

The story feels timeless, but I’d love to hear if others felt transported back to their childhoods or new to this classic.

The characters’ bonds seem so genuine — I wonder if Ende’s own experiences or beliefs shaped these relationships.