Most Popular Books by Astrid Lindgren

A civilian, a mother, and a writer''s unique account of a world devastated by conflict ''A rare glimpse of life in neutral Sweden and an insight into the dark setting that created her best-known work'' FT Before she became internationally known for her children''s books, Astrid Lindgren was an aspiring author living in Stockholm with her family at the outbreak of The Second World War. In these diaries, Lindgren emerges as a morally courageous critic of violence and war, as well as a deeply sensitive and astute observer of world affairs. Alongside political events, she includes delightful vignettes of domestic life, moments of personal crisis, and reveals the origins of Pippi Longstocking - soon to become one of the most famous and beloved children''s books of the twentieth century.

Smidge is used to Karlson, the funny little man with a propeller on his back, living on the roof. They are firm friends. Now, anytime Karlson pops in, Smidge knows that there''s fun and adventure in store. In this collection of stories, they flood the bathroom, celebrate Karlson''s birthday, and prompt a newspaper to offer a reward when Karlson is mistaken for a spy!

Pippi Longstocking has her own special way of doing everything, even going to school. She''s not about to walk, she''d rather ride her horse. And Pippi can''t be bothered with spelling and math; she''s more interested in drawing on the floor and finding out when Christmas vacation starts. Pippi may be ready for school, but is school ready for Pippi? Pippi Goes to School is a great introduction for young children to the wacky, wonderful world of Pippi Longstocking.

When Pippi Longstocking moves in next door to Tommy and Annika they are completely amazed by their new playmate. Pippi is cheeky, courageous and completely unpredictable. She lives alone with a monkey, a horse, and no rules whatsoever! Everything is fun with Pippi around! In this story she performs at the circus, uses her super strength to stop two robbers, and throws an unusual birthday party.

Lotta is the little sister who can find trouble anywhere. She and her young siblings get into all sorts of scrapes. In this funny and engaging tale, a very cross Lotta runs away from home and moves in with the old lady next door. But Lotta soon begins to realise that, actually, nowhere''s quite as good as home sweet home.

Lotta is the little sister who can find trouble anywhere. Join in the fun as she and her young siblings get into all sorts of scrapes-from falling out of their neighbour''s windows and running away on a train, to making their own pancake tree. Every day brings a funny new adventure!

Published in 1945, Astrid Lindgren''s Pippi Longstocking has long since become one of the great international children''s classics. At long last, Scottish Gaelic-speaking children will be able to share in the fun of Pippi''s adventures.

Christmas is over, but at Pippi Longstocking''s house, the fun has just begun!A dance around the Christmas tree, a feast of hot chocolate and cream cake, and a sled ride down the roof of Villa Villekulla are only a few of the events planned for Pippi''s after-Christmas party. There are new people to meet and old friends like Tommy, Annika, and Mr. Nilsson to see again. Come join the festivities at Pippi''s."Sure to be a hit with Pippi''s many fans as well as a nice introduction for the uninitiated." -- School Library Journal

Pippi Longstocking, Astrid Lindgren''s nine-year-old heroine, burst onto the bookshelf in 1945 and has remained a firm favourite with children the world over. Here her story is illustrated with flair and humour by Lauren Child, known to children everywhere as the creator of Charlie and Lola, and winner of the Kate Greenaway and Nestle Gold Awards.

"The stories are funny and mischievous and ahead of their time." —USA Today, Best Comics of 2013 The world''s strongest girl, Pippi Longstocking, is back with a fresh set of funny problems and even funnier solutions. In Pippi Won''t Grow Up, she takes on school quizzes, refuses to be evicted from her home, and brings Tommy and Annika to visit the island where her father lives. Astrid Lindgren''s expert storytelling and Ingrid Vang Nyman''s vivid characters and bright colors make this eye-catching volume stand out.

Do you know Pippi Longstocking? There''s no one quite like her! Her cheeky, dare-devil spirit is much loved throughout the world, making her one of the all-time greatest children''s characters.

Fun-filled stories starring an ordinary boy called called Smidge and the extraordinary Karlsson, the flying man who lives on the roof!

Pippi Longstocking is back and as crazy and as funny as ever! But for Tommy and Annika, the fun might stop all too soon if Pippi agrees to go back to sea with her father.

Animal feeds and forages contain a wide range toxins arising from anthropogenic and natural sources. This book examines the distribution of plant toxins, in cereals, complete feeds and forages. The impacts on farm livestock productivity and on the safety of resulting edible products is also discussed. Evidence is provided to demonstrate that feeds contain a variety of substances and that there are regional differences in the nature of the compounds involved.

When her friends Tommy and Annika decide to run away from home, Pippi Longstocking goes along to keep an eye on them.

Ronja, the daughter of the robber chieftain, roams the forest but she must beware the grey dwarves and wild harpies. When she befriends Birk, the son of her father''s greatest enemy, it causes uproar. Ronia and Birk can no longer be friends . . . unless they do something drastic. Like runningaway . . .Suddenly they are fending for themselves in the woods, but how will they survive when winter comes? And will Ronia''s father ever accept her friendship with Birk so they can go home?This timeless classic story from bestselling and much-loved author, Astrid Lindgren, has been transformed by the acclaimed Studio Ghibli in a stunning TV series. This beautiful illustrated edition features colour artwork of the animation.

Pippi Longstocking is nine years old. She has just moved into Villa Villekulla where she lives all by herself with a horse, a monkey, and a big suitcase full of gold coins. The grown-ups in the village try to make Pippi behave in ways that they think a little girl should, but Pippi has other ideas. She would much rather spend her days arranging wild, exciting adventures to enjoy with her neighbours, Tommy and Annika, or entertaining everyone she meets with her outrageous stories. Pippi thinks nothing of wrestling a circus strongman, dancing a polka with burglars, or tugging a bull''s tail. Generations of children have fallen in love with Pippi Longstocking. Just like Tommy and Annika, readers are instantly charmed by her warmth and sense of fun. Astrid Lindgren''s children''s classic first appeared in 1945. Astrid once commented, ''I write to amuse the child within me, and can only hope that other children may have some fun that way, too.'' When she was growing up, Lauren Child loved Astrid Lindgren''s books. She remembers: ''I discovered Pippi when I was about eight years old and found her completely inspiring.'' Known and loved as the creator of some equally feisty little girls - notably Clarice Bean and Lola - Lauren has brought her own inimitable style to this beautifully-illustrated edition of Pippi Longstocking.

Pippi Longstocking is one of the most popular children''s characters of all time and is still much loved by millions of children today. This anniversary edition of Pippi Longstocking in the South Seas will introduce Pippi and her adventurous spirit to a whole new generation of readers. Nine year old Pippi is an unusual and unpredictable character, she lives alone with a monkey, a horse, and no rules whatsoever! Every day is a crazy adventure with Pippi, but what else would you expect from the daughter of a swashbuckling pirate captain?!In this collection of stories Pippi and her friends, Tommy and Annika, set sail for the Canny Canny Islands, where Pippi''s father is king. They explore secret caves, and play marbles with real pearls. Luckily the pirates and sharks they meet are no match for Pippi Longstocking!Suitable for 7+

Five-year-old Emil, who lives on a Swedish farm, is constantly in trouble

Five-year-old Emil finds his mischief becoming worse and his punishments more bearable after he has Piggy-Beast to share them with.

A collection of stories from two books already published, about the activities of young children in a Swedish village.

Chaos seems to follow a Swedish farm boy everywhere he goes in the community.

The six lively children who live at Bullerby are in and out of each other''s houses all day. They are always squabbling and playing tricks on each other, but they also share some exciting adventures, like when they go picnicking in the woods and Lars captures a musk ox.

Johan is delighted when he stumbles upon a calf by the roadside ditch, certain that he has solved his poor family''s problems, but when he goes to his rich neighbor to buy milk for the calf, he discovers the calf''s true owner.

Billedbog. Skærtorsdag brænder Lottas søskende deres aftale om at klæde sig ud som påske-hekse. Lotta bliver først sur, men kan aligevel - gennem sin opfindsomhed og held - glæde familien med usædvanligt påske-slik

Only a small village boy is able to calm down a great angry bull one Easter Sunday.

The six Bullerby children are up to their mischievous tricks. They have all sorts of adventures together, from crayfishing at the lake and selling cherries by the roadside, to taking a baby lamb to school

This outstanding book by the author of Pippi Longstocking--and winner of the Hans Christian Andersen Award--has been called a "picture book of rare distinction" by the Chicago Tribune. Full color. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Anything can happen at the Marten''s house - causing constant delight and panic for everyone concerned. Astrid Lindgren is the author of Cherry Time at Bullerby and Lotta Leaves Home.

On a snowy day in a small Swedish village, mischievous Elizabeth gets into trouble when she hides on the back of a farmer''s sleigh and is taken for a very long ride.

This story from the author of Pippi Longstocking tells of the adventures of Lisa, her brothers and their three friends.

On her fifth birthday Polly determines to prove she can ride a bicycle like her older brother and sister.