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Pippi Longstocking lives in Villa Villekulla. She lives here all by herself. Well, maybe not all by herself, if you want to be pedantic. Her horse also lives here. And then she has a monkey called Mr Nilsson. Pippi’s friends are called Tommy and Annika and they often visit and play at her house. Almost as often she is visited by Constables Kling and Klang, accompanied by Mrs Prysselius who tries to get Pippi into an orphanage.
Pippi Longstocking ( Swedish: Pippi Långstrump) is a fictional character who originally appeared in a series of children's books by Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. The character has since adapted into several movies and television series. Pippi means "quirky" in old Swedish slang.
Now, for the first time, Pippi Longstocking, Pippi Goes on Board , and Pippi in the South Seas are all together in one bumper volume, with new illustrations in full-color and black-and-white.The collection is an ideal introduction for anyone discovering Pippi for the first time, while confirmed fans will enjoy revisiting their favorite episodes ...
Oct 1, 1997 · Now, for the first time, Pippi Longstocking, Pippi Goes on Board, and Pippi in the South Seas are all together in one bumper volume, with new illustrations in full-color and black-and-white.The collection is an ideal introduction for anyone discovering Pippi for the first time, while confirmed fans will enjoy revisiting their favorite episodes and recalling some they've forgotten. Her admirers will also find fascinating new biographical information about author Astrid Lindgren and the origin ...
Pippi’s Maker Astrid Lindgren. As unusual and bold as Pippi is, she often reflects the attitude, nature, and character of her true-life author, Astrid Lindgren. For a young woman born on a farm near a small community, Astrid had a big vision and pursued her dreams with little hesitation.
Apr 21, 2005 · Pippi Longstocking. Paperback – April 21, 2005. by Astrid Lindgren (Author), Michael Chesworth (Illustrator), Louis S. Glanzman (Illustrator) 4.7 5,133 ratings. Book 1 of 3: Pippi Longstocking. Teachers' pick. See all formats and editions. The beloved story of a spunky young girl and her hilarious escapades. "A rollicking story."--The Horn Book.
- Astrid Lindgren
May 30, 1988 · Astrid Lindgren (1907-2002) was born in Sweden. After college, she worked in a newspaper office and a Swedish publishing house. Her most famous and beloved book, Pippi Longstocking, was originally published in Swedish in 1950, and was later translated into many other languages.
