Meet Pippi Longstocking
Astrid Lindgren author Ingrid Nyman illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Published:5th Mar '20
Should be back in stock very soon
Celebrating 75 years of the strongest girl in the world.
The perfect introduction to one of the best-loved characters in children's books. Meet Pippi Longstocking, the strongest and most independent girl in the world.Meet Pippi Longstocking, the cheeky, courageous, and completely unpredictable heroine loved by generations of readers. When she moves in next door to Tommy and Annika, their world is turned upside down by her wild imagination, fearless spirit, and hilarious adventures. Living alone with her pet monkey and horse, Pippi makes every day extraordinary - no rules, just fun! In this delightful story, Pippi dazzles the crowd at the circus, uses her incredible strength to stop two robbers, and hosts the most unusual birthday party ever. Packed with humour, mischief, and unforgettable charm, this book is perfect for children who enjoy adventurous tales with strong, independent characters. Please note: This is not the original Astrid Lindgren story, but an abridged version designed to introduce Pippi's adventures to a new generation of readers. For the original story, please search for Pippi Longstocking or 9780192758231 With its timeless appeal and bold heroine, Pippi Longstocking is an ideal choice for fans of classic children's literature, adventurous chapter books, and stories that celebrate imagination and individuality.
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: She just never does things as expected. And that's why we love her. * Laura Tscherry, Guardian *
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: I adored this book when I was a child. * Cressida Cowell *
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: Generations of children have grown up loving these wonderful stories about the invincible girl with the unforgettable name. * Manchester Evening News *
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: I read this book to my son (aged just 5). He laughed so much that he fell off the bed! * Amazon Reviewer *
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: I don't know who is enjoying this book more - my six year old son or myself. 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 *
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: Funny, charismatic Pippi is the person every small child wants to be . . . Magical Stuff. * Frances Perkins *
Praise for Pippi Longstocking: 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, Dorset Society *
I love how unconsciously rebellious she is. She doesn't care about rules, she cares about people. * Alicia Vikander *
ISBN: 9780192772428
Dimensions: 181mm x 127mm x 6mm
Weight: 110g
80 pages