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Astrid Anna Emilia Lindgren ( Swedish: [ˈǎsːtrɪd ˈlɪ̌nːɡreːn] ⓘ; née Ericsson; 14 November 1907 – 28 January 2002) was a Swedish writer of fiction and screenplays. She is best known for several children's book series, featuring Pippi Longstocking, Emil of Lönneberga, Karlsson-on-the-Roof, and the Six Bullerby Children ( Children ...
A World Gone Mad: The Diaries of Astrid Lindgren 1939-45 is published by Pushkin Press. To order a copy for £15.57 (RRP £18.99) go to bookshop.theguardian.com or call 0330 333 6846. Free UK p&p ...
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Astrid Lindgren. (1907–2002). Swedish author Astrid Lindgren wrote some 100 children’s books, about half of which were translated into English. Although best known for her humorous adventure stories—such as her popular tales about Pippi Longstocking—she also wrote mysteries, fantasies, folklore, realistic fiction, and picture books.
Images and Illustrations. Many images are strongly linked with Astrid Lindgren’s work, everything from stills from the films to various book illustrations. Almost all of Astrid Lindgren’s books are illustrated; the chapter books in black and white and the picture books in colour. For many people the characters are indistinguishable from the ...
Jan 28, 2002 · Author, social debater. Astrid Lindgren was a Swedish children’s book author who fundamentally revitalised the genre. She is world famous for her books about Pippi Långstrump (Pippi Longstocking), Emil i Lönneberga, and Ronja Rövardotter (Ronia the robber’s daughter). She is currently (2017) the most translated Swedish author across all ...
When Astrid and Sture married, at Easter in 1931, Astrid’s son Lasse was given Sture's surname, and in 1934 the couple’s daughter Karin was born. After the wedding Astrid became a housewife. But she continued helping her husband when required, for example by editing various publications or assisting as a ‘competition-secretary’ at large ...
