lindgren, astrid

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Astrid Lindgren.

A brief illustrated biography of Swedish writer Astrid Lindgren.

Contains diary entries written by Swedish author Astrid Lindgren that record her experiences during World War II including rationing, blackouts, the Soviet invasion of Finland, and the nature of evil, as well as of her personal heartbreaks, financial struggles, and trials as a mother and writer.

Examines the life of the Swedish storyteller who created the well-known Pippi Longstocking for her sick daughter and saw the story go on to be published in fifty languages.

Examines the life of the Swedish storyteller who created the well-known Pippi Longstocking for her sick daughter and saw the story go on to be published in fifty languages.