Tove Jansson Work and Love |
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| Author:
| Karjalainen, Tuula |
| ISBN: | 978-1-84614-848-4 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2014 |
| Publisher: | Penguin Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Penguin Global |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $35.95 |
Book Description:
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The definitive illustrated biography of one of the most unique and beloved children's authors of the 20th century, the creator of the Moomins. Tove Jansson (1914-2001) led a long, colorful, and productive life, impacting significantly the political, social, and cultural history of 20th-century Finland. And while millions of children have grown up with Little My, Snufkin, Moomintroll, and the many creatures of Moominvalley, the life of Jansson--daughter, friend, and companion--is...
More DescriptionThe definitive illustrated biography of one of the most unique and beloved children's authors of the 20th century, the creator of the Moomins. Tove Jansson (1914-2001) led a long, colorful, and productive life, impacting significantly the political, social, and cultural history of 20th-century Finland. And while millions of children have grown up with Little My, Snufkin, Moomintroll, and the many creatures of Moominvalley, the life of Jansson--daughter, friend, and companion--is more touching still. This book weaves together the myriad qualities of a painter, author, illustrator, scriptwriter, and lyricist from fraught beginnings through fame, war, and heartbreak, and ultimately to a peaceful end.