Most Popular Books by Astrid Lindgren

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. These diaries, until recently stored in a wicker laundry basket in her Dalagatan home, offer a civilian, a mother, and an aspiring writer''s unique account of a world devastated by conflict. 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. She provides insights into the Soviet invasion of Finland and the ambiguities of Swedish neutrality, and asks questions about the nature of evil, and our capacity, as individuals, to stand against such malevolent forces. Alongside political events, Lindgren includes delightful vignettes of domestic life: shortages of butter, blackouts, dinner menus and children''s birthdays, and moving descriptions of her marriage. And these diaries also reveal her emergence as a writer: the bedtime stories she invented for her daughter during this terrible period eventually became Pippi Longstocking, one of the most famous and beloved children''s books of the twentieth century. Posthumously published in Sweden to great acclaim, and now available in English, illustrated with family photographs, Lindgren''s diaries provide a personal and vivid chronicle of Europe at war.

Did you hear the news about a boy who disappeared? No one knows what happened to him . . . except me.Young Karl leaves behind his unhappy life as an unwanted foster child to escape to Farawayland. There, he learns that his true name is Mio, and that he is the son of the king.But the kingdom is under threat. The evil Sir Kato terrorizes the land, and it has been foretold that Mio is the only one who can defeat him . . .Originally published in Swedish in 1954, Astrid Lindgren''s tale of Mio became a worldwide children''s classic. It is celebrated in this heritage edition, complete with a new and faithful English translation.

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.

There''s a rat running amok in Emil''s house, and he''s determined to capture it. But hiding the rat trap just under his father''s bed probably isn''t ideal . . . That''s just the start of Emil''s adventures, which, once begun, never stop. Hens, dogs, little sisters - and adults - all flee his path. But Emil doesn''t mean to be bad, it''s just that trouble - and fun - follow him wherever he goes. A collection of utterly engaging tales from one of the world''s best-loved children''s authors.

The final book in the beloved Noisy Village trilogy from Pippi Longstocking author Astrid Lindgren! Noisy Village is a small place, with just three farmhouses and six children. But in the idyllic Swedish countryside, there is still much to be entertained by, and Lisa and her five best friends have rollicking adventures. In this book they''ll play shipwrecked pirates, bring a little lamb to school, camp out under the stars, and so much more! From the beloved author Astrid Lindgren, Nothing But Fun in Noisy Village will delight and inspire readers of all ages. Whether familiar with Pippi Longstocking or new to the Lindgren books, readers young and old will have a blast reading about the antics of Lisa and her friends. With beautiful black-and-white illustrations from Mini Grey, good times abound in Noisy Village!

Peter thinks baby sister Lena cries too much and takes too much of Mama''s time until he learns to help take care of her.

Family stories by the author of Pippi Longstocking, Astrid Lindgren. Age group 6+.

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

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

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.

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.

The noisy children of three neighboring families have a gay time at Christmas baking cookies, cutting and decorating trees, eating fruitcake and tarts, and opening Christmas gifts.

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.

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

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

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