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Tales From Moominvalley

By Tove Jansson
Series: Moomins Collectors' Editions
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Tales From Moominvalley by Tove Jansson is a delightful collection of stories set in the magical and peaceful Moominvalley. Each tale explores the whimsical adventures and gentle life lessons of the Moomin family and their diverse friends. The book captures charming life events, quirky characters, and the warmth of community, all with Jansson's characteristic wit and charm.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this delightful collection if you cherish heartfelt tales filled with whimsy and charm. The characters' gentle adventures unfold with warmth, offering both young and old readers the chance to explore themes of friendship, love, and courage. Perfect for those who appreciate imaginative storytelling and enchanting illustrations.

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Tales From Moominvalley

Sort Of books completes the set of Moomin special collectors' edition hardbacks with the most popular title of them all...

Sort Of books completes the set of Moomin special collectors' edition hardbacks with the most popular title of them all...

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Featuring the much-loved stories in Waterstone's Oxfam bestseller, The Invisible Child and The Fir Tree—the Moomins' gloriously funny and generous take on Christmas—Tales from Moominvalley collects together nine delightful Moomin short stories.

Highlights include The Spring Tune (which Jarvis Cocker described as the best story about composing music) and The Last Dragon in the World, revealing the true essence of friendship.

A perfect Christmas gift to complete the set of Moomin classics.

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Tales From Moominvalley has been praised for its beautifully produced editions which reflect the timeless quality of Tove Jansson's storytelling. Esteemed authors like Philip Pullman and Sir Terry Pratchett have highlighted her as one of the greatest children's writers, underscoring the enduring appeal and heartwarming nature of her Moomin tales. The book is seen as an essential and enchanting read that captures the imagination with its spirit of adventure.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781908745682

Publisher: Sort of Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sort of Books

Edition: Main

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 186.0mm

Height: 136.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 176

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured In Stock Kid's Books Series: Moomins Collectors' Editions Tove Jansson

About the Author

The Finnish artist and author Tove Jansson (1914-2001) wrote and illustrated her first Moomin story, The Moomins and the Great Flood, in 1945 as a form of escape from the dark shadows of war. By 1962, when Tales From Moominvalley was published her books had become world famous. The eight Moomin titles would be translated into over fifty languages and remain in print for the next six decades. Tove Jansson lived in Helsinki and a tiny island in the Gulf of Finland which she shared with her life partner, the graphic artist, Tuulikki Pietila.

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