16th Mar 2010

What is the theme of the book--what genre is it?

  • What can you tell me about the book Pippi Longstocking" by Astrid Lindgren?


  • Thank you very much. Outstanding information! I searced the web and couldn't come up with too many results. I will find the links to be most helpful. Keep up the good work.


  • "Pippi Longstocking" is one of the world's best-loved children's books. It was originally written in Swedish, and has been translated into many languages. Its genre can be characterized as "Juvenile Fantasy," although its status as a timeless classic transcends genres. In Sweden, this book is called "Pippi L ngstrump." The book (which was first published in 1945) tells of the marvelous adventures of Pippi, an extraordinary 9-year-old girl who has bright red pigtails, amazing strength, and a zestful attitude. Pippi is rich, and she lives alone without any adults telling her what to do, since her father, a pirate, is usually off traveling the seven seas. In many of Pippi's adventures she achieves victory over various bossy, interfering grown-ups. Pippi is a good-hearted, fun-loving action heroine whose sometimes surreal adventures can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Pippi's creator, Astrid Lindgren, died earlier this year at the age of 94. Lindgren's books have sold over 100 million copies in some 80 languages, and at least 40 films and television series have been based on her works. Astrid Lindren was awarded many prizes for her books, including the Hans Christian Andersen medal and the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in recognition of the Pippi stories. Here are links to several sites where you can learn more about Pippi, "The Strongest Girl in the World," and her creator: http://hallchildren.com/ages_9-12/67.shtml http://members.tripod.com/~alassociation/pippi.html http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/arts/1786741.stm http://members.tripod.com/~mfj/astrid.lindgren.html http://www.linkstoliterature.com/lindgren.htm http://www.nadanpub.com/pippilongstockings.php3 My Google search strategy: Various combinations of "pippi longstocking" and "astrid lindgren" Best wishes from a longtime Pippi fan! ~pinkfreud







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