Moominland Midwinter
Sep 2014 · Moomins Book 5 · Sold by Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
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If you haven’t met a Moomin yet, you’re missing the most magical fun!
Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Moominland Midwinter—includes black-and-white illustrations throughout.
“Genius.” —Philip Pullman
“Clever, gentle, witty, and completely engrossing.” —Jeff Smith, author of Bone
Everyone knows the Moomins sleep through the winter. But this year, Moomintroll has woken up early. So while the rest of the family slumbers, he decides to visit his favorite summer haunts. When he arrives, all he finds is strange fluffy, white stuff. Even the sun is gone! Moomintroll is angry: whoever Winter is, she has some nerve. Determined to discover the truth about this most mysterious of all seasons, Moomintroll goes where no Moomin has gone before.
In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson’s timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, these classic books are a must-have for anyone who wishes the world was a bit more magical.
The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson:
● Comet in Moominland
● Finn Family Moomintroll
● Moominpappa’s Memoirs
● Moominsummer Madness
● Moominland Midwinter
● Tales from Moominvalley
● Moominpappa at Sea
● Moominvalley in November
Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old:
● Moomin’s Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands
● Moomin’s Little Book of Numbers
● Moomin’s Little Book of Words
Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Moominland Midwinter—includes black-and-white illustrations throughout.
“Genius.” —Philip Pullman
“Clever, gentle, witty, and completely engrossing.” —Jeff Smith, author of Bone
Everyone knows the Moomins sleep through the winter. But this year, Moomintroll has woken up early. So while the rest of the family slumbers, he decides to visit his favorite summer haunts. When he arrives, all he finds is strange fluffy, white stuff. Even the sun is gone! Moomintroll is angry: whoever Winter is, she has some nerve. Determined to discover the truth about this most mysterious of all seasons, Moomintroll goes where no Moomin has gone before.
In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson’s timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, these classic books are a must-have for anyone who wishes the world was a bit more magical.
The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson:
● Comet in Moominland
● Finn Family Moomintroll
● Moominpappa’s Memoirs
● Moominsummer Madness
● Moominland Midwinter
● Tales from Moominvalley
● Moominpappa at Sea
● Moominvalley in November
Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old:
● Moomin’s Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands
● Moomin’s Little Book of Numbers
● Moomin’s Little Book of Words
If you haven’t met a Moomin yet, you’re missing the most magical fun!
Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Moominland Midwinter—includes black-and-white illustrations throughout.
“Genius.” —Philip Pullman
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5 reviews
L. G.
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August 23, 2014
I have loved these books for decades. They made childhood so much better. Come to think of it, adulthood, too.
About the author
Tove Jansson (1914–2001) was born in Helsinki and spent much of her life in Finland. She is the author of the Moomin books, including Comet in Moominland and Finn Family Moomintroll. Born into an artistic family—her father was a sculptor and her mother was a graphic designer and illustrator—Jansson studied at the University College of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts, and L'École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In addition to her Moomin books, she also wrote several novels, drew comic strips and worked as a painter and illustrator. In 1966, she was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for her body of work. Jansson had a studio in Helsinki but spent most of her time at her home on a small island called Klovharu.
Tove Jansson (1914–2001) was born in Helsinki and spent much of her life in Finland. She is the author of the Moomin books, including Comet in Moominland and Finn Family Moomintroll. Born into an artistic family—her father was a sculptor and her mother was a graphic designer and illustrator—Janss...
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