The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My facts for kids
First Swedish edition
|
|
| Author | Tove Jansson |
|---|---|
| Original title | Hur gick det sen? Boken om Mymlan, Mumintrollet och Lilla My |
| Translator | Silvester Mazzarella, Sophie Hannah |
| Illustrator | Tove Jansson |
| Cover artist | Tove Jansson |
| Country | Finland |
| Language | Swedish |
| Series | Moomins |
| Genre | Picture book |
|
Publication date
|
1952 |
| ISBN | 1-883211-10-7 (English) 978-2-7234-6766-7 (French) |
| OCLC | 40510615 |
| [E] 21 | |
| LC Class | PZ8.3.J265 Mo 1996 |
The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My is a beloved Moomin picture book created by the famous Finnish author and artist Tove Jansson. It was first published in 1952 in Swedish. This book was special because it was the very first Moomin story told mostly through pictures. It even became an iPad app later on!
Contents
What the Story Is About
This fun book follows the adventures of Moomintroll. He is on his way home, carrying a bottle of milk for his mother, Moominmamma.
Moomintroll's Journey
As Moomintroll walks, he meets The Mymble. She is very worried because her little sister, Little My, is missing! Moomintroll, being a kind and helpful friend, decides to join The Mymble. Together, they start a journey to find Little My.
Searching for Little My
Their search takes them through many interesting places in the Moominvalley. They meet different characters and face small challenges along the way. Each step brings them closer to finding the adventurous Little My. The story is full of surprises and shows how friends help each other.
Art and Style of the Book
This book is famous for its unique and creative style. Tove Jansson filled every page with beautiful illustrations. The words of the story are written in rhyming poems. These poems are usually placed in a small box on the page.
Interactive Pages
One of the most exciting things about the book is its special design. Each pair of pages has cut-out holes! These holes let you see a little bit of the next page. This makes you wonder what will happen next. The original Swedish title, "Hur gick det sen?", even means "What happened next?". This design makes reading the book an interactive adventure. It's like a game where you peek into the future of the story!
Tove Jansson's Art
Tove Jansson drew all the pictures herself. Her drawings are simple but full of character. They bring the Moominvalley and its inhabitants to life. The colors and shapes she used make the Moomin world feel cozy and magical. Her art style is a big part of why the Moomin books are so loved around the world.
About the Author
The author and illustrator of this book is Tove Jansson. She was a talented artist and writer from Finland. Tove Jansson created the entire Moomin world. She wrote many books about the Moomins, including novels and picture books. Her stories are known for being warm, wise, and sometimes a little bit quirky. They often teach important lessons about friendship, family, and being yourself.
The Moomin Legacy
The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My was an important step in the Moomin series. It showed how Tove Jansson could tell stories through pictures. Her Moomin books have been translated into many languages. They are loved by children and adults all over the world. The Moomins are more than just characters; they represent kindness, adventure, and the beauty of nature.
