Çırak Hlapiç'in Olağanüstü Maceraları

I'm curious about the origins of this classic — did she draw from childhood stories or local folklore? Understanding her inspiration might deepen appreciation for the story.

His kindness and honesty stood out to me, but I wonder if that was intended to highlight moral virtues for young readers. How did others interpret his character?

Considering it was written quite some time ago, do modern kids connect with Hlapić’s adventures, or does it require some contextual explanation?