Description
Finnish artist Tove Jansson's Moomin stories have been continually in print for more than half a century, in 35 languages. They are among Europe's best loved and enduring children's classics, and through the TV animation (BBC2), the warm-hearted, whimsical creatures of Moomin valley have been brought to a new younger British audience. Introducing the first Sort Of Children's Classic in a new English version by Sophie Hannah. Sort of Books proudly presents the original full colour Moomin picture book with its irresistible cut-out page designs and playful rhyming text in a new version by one of Britain's star poets.
About the Author
The writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914-2001) is a Scandinavian national treasure: she has a museum dedicated to her work in her native Finland, and the Moomin characters adorn everything from mugs to schoolbags. Elsewhere, Moomin stories have been published in 35 languages. Sophie Hannah is that rare thing: an acclaimed and best-selling poet. Her first book was greeted with amazement. The Poetry Review declared, 'Shall I put it in capitals? SOPHIE HANNAH IS A GENIUS.' Each subsequent collection has been informally more inventive, thematically more complex, yet each has met with a similar welcome.
Reviews
Brilliant new edition . . . Sophie Hannah's text teases and beguiles at every turn. -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *
Full of the particular magic that only Tove Jansson can evoke. -- Philip Pullman * Financial Times *
An effective page-turner . . . loaded with appealing psychedelic characters and exciting, eerrie locations. * Times Educational Supplement *
Thanks to Sophie Hannah's wonderful verse adaptation . . . appeals to children and adults alike. * Daily Telegraph *
Delightful, and has an oddness to which modern illustrators might aspire. * Sunday Times *
A most welcome new edition of this brilliant picture book. A real classic. * Financial Times Pick of the Month *
Book Information
ISBN 9780953522743
Author Tove Jansson
Format Hardback
Page Count 28
Imprint Sort of Books
Publisher Sort of Books
Weight(grams) 270g
Dimensions(mm) 286mm * 210mm * 8mm
About the Author
The writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914-2001) is a Scandinavian national treasure: she has a museum dedicated to her work in her native Finland, and the Moomin characters adorn everything from mugs to schoolbags. Elsewhere, Moomin stories have been published in 35 languages. Sophie Hannah is that rare thing: an acclaimed and best-selling poet. Her first book was greeted with amazement. The Poetry Review declared, 'Shall I put it in capitals? SOPHIE HANNAH IS A GENIUS.' Each subsequent collection has been informally more inventive, thematically more complex, yet each has met with a similar welcome.
Reviews
Brilliant new edition . . . Sophie Hannah's text teases and beguiles at every turn. -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *
Full of the particular magic that only Tove Jansson can evoke. -- Philip Pullman * Financial Times *
An effective page-turner . . . loaded with appealing psychedelic characters and exciting, eerrie locations. * Times Educational Supplement *
Thanks to Sophie Hannah's wonderful verse adaptation . . . appeals to children and adults alike. * Daily Telegraph *
Delightful, and has an oddness to which modern illustrators might aspire. * Sunday Times *
A most welcome new edition of this brilliant picture book. A real classic. * Financial Times Pick of the Month *
Book Information
ISBN 9780953522743
Author Tove Jansson
Format Hardback
Page Count 28
Imprint Sort of Books
Publisher Sort of Books
Weight(grams) 270g
Dimensions(mm) 286mm * 210mm * 8mm
