Do You Know Pippi Longstocking?
Astrid Lindgren author Ingrid Nyman illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Published:4th Jun '15
£7.99
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A picture book introduction to Pippi, with classic colour illustrations.
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.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. This charming heritage edition is the perfect introduction to Pippi. The story is published in its original picture book form, with classic illustrations that bring Pippi and all the mayhem she causes to life.
'Pippi is in the great tradition of children's protagonists who subvert the adult world, whether by questioning it, like Alice, or simply throwing it into chaos, like Dr Seuss's Cat in the Hat.' * Sean French, The Guardian *
'Generations of children have grown up loving these wonderful stories about the invincible girl with the unforgettable name.' * Manchester Evening News *
'Pippi is a feisty character with a touch of the superhero about her and is as appealing to me now as she was when I was a kid.' * Amazon reviewer *
'Funny, charismatic Pippi is the person every small child wants to be . . . Magical Stuff.' * Frances Perkins, Dorset Society *
'For me, Pippi Longstocking has to be one of the most endearing children's book characters' * Jayne Howarth, Daily Post *
'Still fresh and appealing, Pippi is a loveable, free-thinking and determined character who has appealed to several generations.' * Parents In Touch *
'This is a book to love.' * Armadillo Magazine *
ISBN: 9780192739032
Dimensions: 183mm x 215mm x 3mm
Weight: 156g
32 pages