Moomin Picture Books Series by Tove Jansson, Sophie Hannah

In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners... moreIn a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners. Will Moomintroll ever make it home safe and sound?A beautiful and boisterous story by internationally acclaimed children's author Tove Jansson, this picture book is sure to tickle the fancies of parents and kids as well as Moomintroll fans everywhere! less

Ainutlaatuinen, uusi kokoelma on upea matka muumien maailmaan.Se muistuttaa kaikenikäisille siitä, että jokaisen kulman takana voi odottaa seikkailu. Värikäs, runsas kirja on todellinen muumitarinoiden aarrearkku. Se sisältää mm. Tove Janssonin henkilökohtaisen viestin lukijoille vuodelta 1987, riemastuttavia otteita muumitarinoista, Muumit Rivieralla -sarjakuvan värillisen version, kokonaisen kuvakirjan Kuinkas sitten kävikään? sekä ihan ensimmäisen muumikirjan Muumit ja suuri tuhotulva... moreAinutlaatuinen, uusi kokoelma on upea matka muumien maailmaan.Se muistuttaa kaikenikäisille siitä, että jokaisen kulman takana voi odottaa seikkailu. Värikäs, runsas kirja on todellinen muumitarinoiden aarrearkku. Se sisältää mm. Tove Janssonin henkilökohtaisen viestin lukijoille vuodelta 1987, riemastuttavia otteita muumitarinoista, Muumit Rivieralla -sarjakuvan värillisen version, kokonaisen kuvakirjan Kuinkas sitten kävikään? sekä ihan ensimmäisen muumikirjan Muumit ja suuri tuhotulva. Väliin on hauskasti ripoteltu muumilauluja sekä herkullisia ohjeita Muumimamman keittokirjasta less

A tale of Moomin Valley sees Toffle driven from his home by the frightening noises of the forest. Too shy, at first, to approach the many colourful Moomin characters he passes along the way, he gains confidence by discovering a scared and lonely Miffle who needs his help. Toffle's quest to save Miffle from the dreadful Groke is an inspiring tale that every child (and many adults) are sure to identify with... moreA tale of Moomin Valley sees Toffle driven from his home by the frightening noises of the forest. Too shy, at first, to approach the many colourful Moomin characters he passes along the way, he gains confidence by discovering a scared and lonely Miffle who needs his help. Toffle's quest to save Miffle from the dreadful Groke is an inspiring tale that every child (and many adults) are sure to identify with. In Scandinavia, this story by Tove Jansson is even more popular than her Moomin books; in over 40 years since it was published it has never once been out of print. less

Get swept away in this otherworldly adventure to Moominvalley through treacherous yet beautiful landscapesTove Jansson takes us on a beautifully illustrated and delightfully quirky journey through Moominvalley, perfectly capturing the experience and its emotional impact as seen through the innocent eyes of Susanna, who is bored with her life: Her cat is too content; her surroundings, too gentle. She craves adventure when there is none to be had... moreGet swept away in this otherworldly adventure to Moominvalley through treacherous yet beautiful landscapesTove Jansson takes us on a beautifully illustrated and delightfully quirky journey through Moominvalley, perfectly capturing the experience and its emotional impact as seen through the innocent eyes of Susanna, who is bored with her life: Her cat is too content; her surroundings, too gentle. She craves adventure when there is none to be had. But when a new pair of glasses appears in front of her, she gets an opportunity to live the bold life that she has always longed for as her surroundings are transformed into a dark and sinister landscape. At first Susanna is afraid, but then her daring side takes over and she moves forward to an unknown destination, seeing some familiar faces along the way. Combating everything from an exploding volcano to a fierce winter storm, from mysterious monsters to stormy seas, Susanna and her newfound friends are given the adventure of a lifetime.With subtle existential themes, a lyrical rhythm, and delicate watercolor illustrations, The Dangerous Journey captures the curiosity of children and adults alike. Published for the first time in North America, and the last picture book completed by the world-renowned Jansson, The Dangerous Journey pushes the emotions that underlie our nostalgia out into the open with an unparalleled viewpoint that always brings forth a new perspective. Take this fantastical journey to Moominvalley and never look back. less