Description
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun!
Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Tales from Moominvalley--includes black-and-white illustrations throughout. "Genius." --Philip Pullman "Clever, gentle, witty, and completely engrossing." --Jeff Smith, author of Bone In nine delightfully funny stories about the triumphs and tribulations of the citizens of Moominvalley, readers will discover how the Moomin family save young Ninny from permanent invisibility, and what happens when Moomintroll catches the last dragon in the world. In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson's timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, these classic books are a must-have for anyone who wishes the world was a bit more magical. The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson:● Comet in Moominland
● Finn Family Moomintroll
● Moominpappa's Memoirs
● Moominsummer Madness
● Moominland Midwinter
● Tales from Moominvalley
● Moominpappa at Sea
● Moominvalley in November Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old:
● Moomin's Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands
● Moomin's Little Book of Numbers
● Moomin's Little Book of Words
Author: Tove Jansson
Publisher: Square Fish
Published: 08/31/2010
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 8.26h x 5.56w x 0.52d
ISBN13: 9780312625429
ISBN10: 0312625421
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Fantasy | General
- Juvenile Fiction | Classics
- Juvenile Fiction | Family | General (see also headings under Social Themes)
About the Author
Tove Jansson (1914-2001) was born in Helsinki and spent much of her life in Finland. She is the author of the Moomin books, including Comet in Moominland and Finn Family Moomintroll. Born into an artistic family--her father was a sculptor and her mother was a graphic designer and illustrator--Jansson studied at the University College of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts, and L'?cole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In addition to her Moomin books, she also wrote several novels, drew comic strips and worked as a painter and illustrator. In 1966, she was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for her body of work. Jansson had a studio in Helsinki but spent most of her time at her home on a small island called Klovharu.