Summer Book, The

Summer Book, The
Tove Jansson, Esther Freud
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NZ$ 24.99
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NZ$ 19.99
Paperback
h196 x 132mm - 176pg
29 May 2003 UK
International import eta 7-19 days
9780954221713
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An elderly artist and her six-year-old granddaughter while away a summer together on a tiny island in the gulf of Finland. Gradually, as the two learn to adjust to each other's fears, whims and yearning for independence, a fierce yet understated love emerges - one that encompasses not only the summer inhabitants but the very island itself, with its mossy rocks, windswept firs and unpredictable seas. Written in a clear, unsentimental style, full of brusque humour, and wisdom, THE SUMMER BOOK is a profoundly life-affirming story. Tove Jansson captured much of her own life and spirit in the book, which was her favourite of her adult novels. This new edition sees the return of a European literary gem fresh, authentic and deeply humane.
"'The Summer Book is a marvellously uplifting read, full of gentle humour and wisdom.' Justine Picardie, Daily Telegraph 'A marvellous book.... The prose is sublime.' Murrough O'Brien, Independent on Sunday 'It's hard to describe the astonishing achievement of Jansson's artistry... a perfection of the small, quiet read.' The Guardian, BOOK OF THE WEEK 'Jansson was a genius, a woman of profound wisdom and great artistry, and this is a book to treasure.' Philip Pullman 'Every so often, a book is published that captures something in us.... The Summer Book is one of those.' Rachel Simhon, The Daily Telegraph"
The writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914-2001) is best known as the creator of the Moomin children's stories, which have been published in 35 languages. The Summer Book was one of ten novels she wrote for adults. It is regarded as a modern classic throughout Scandinavia.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9780954221713
Published: 29 May 2003
Published In: United Kingdom
Imprint: Sort of Books
Publisher: Sort of Books
Format: Paperback
Height: 196mm
Width: 132mm
Pages: 176
Dewey: 839.7374

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