Comet in Moominland by Tove Jansson
Tove's definitive (1968) edition lovingly restored to original designs Celebrating 80 years of Comet in Moominland with the first English translation of Tove's revised text. This is the version known and loved in the rest of the world. 'I love these editions - so beautifully produced, so solid and permanent, just as Tove Jansson deserved' Philip Pullman A beautiful collectors' edition using original cover artwork, newly scanned images and gorgeous endpapers. When signs appear that a comet is heading towards their beloved Moominvalley, Moomin and his friend Sniff set sail to consult with the professors in the distant Lonely Mountains. Their journey is full of adventures and narrow escapes; from crocodiles, giant lizards, eagles and the like, but new friends - soon to become firm friends - help lighten the way. In this first and most exciting Moomin novel, we meet the wandering Snufkin, the fascinating Snork Maiden and her brother the Snork as they join Moomin in his race to get home to Moominmamma before the comet crashes. From the publisher of The Invisible Child and The Fir Tree (all proceeds to Oxfam) here's the Moomin gift editions.
Tove Jansson is one of the greatest children's writers there has ever been -- Sir Terry Pratchett
I love these editions - so beautifully produced, so solid and permanent, just as Tove Jansson deserved -- Philip Pullman
(These editions) are simply stunning, and an absolute must-readThe Moomin novels are timeless stories full of adventure and heartwarming values - perfect for Christmas. * The Bookseller *
I love these editions - so beautifully produced, so solid and permanent, just as Tove Jansson deserved -- Philip Pullman
(These editions) are simply stunning, and an absolute must-readThe Moomin novels are timeless stories full of adventure and heartwarming values - perfect for Christmas. * The Bookseller *
The Finnish artist and author Tove Jansson (1914-2001) wrote and illustrated her first Moomin story, The Moomins and the Great Flood, in 1945 as a form of escape from the dark shadows of war. The publication of Comet in Moominland, introducing readers to the much loved Snufkin, Snork and the Snork maiden, launched the world famous series of Moomin novels, the eight titles of which would be translated into over 60 languages and remain in print for over six decades. Tove Jansson lived in Helsinki and a tiny island in the Gulf of Finland which she shared with her life partner, the graphic artist, Tuulikki Pietilä.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781908745651 |
| ISBN 10 | 1908745657 |
| Title | Comet in Moominland |
| Author | Tove Jansson |
| Series | Moomins Collectors' Editions |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Sort of Books |
| Year published | 2017-10-05 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |