A wooden puppet with a nose that grows every time he tells a lie. The well-known children’s book about this out-of-the-ordinary puppet was first published in 1883. The Italian writer Carlo Collodi (1826-1890) is Pinocchio’s spiritual father. As beautifully made as a puppet may be, it is nothing without its player. The difference between Pinocchio and his comrades is that this little fellow comes to life all by himself. He starts talking as soon as his maker has finished fashioning his head and runs away as soon as he has feet. After many adventures and as many wise lessons, his fondest dream comes true: he is transformed into a real boy. In the end, being good is rewarded. Pinocchio’s experiences are a reflection of development from childhood to maturity. At the same time, the story is a satire on human vices.