Three children and their mother live in a cottage shaped like a hat, on a little island. A charming story about help from unexpected places. A collectable new edition of the classic Elsa Beskow picture book with a cloth spine.
'This charming fable was published in Sweden in 1930, and its vintage feel is positively refreshing.'
- Kirkus Reviews
'This charming little fairytale with a true vintage feel ... A lovely little book, with simple illustrations, a combination of drawing and watercolors. Perhaps a book you�ll never grow out of.'
- Littlescandinavian.com
'This is a sweet little story with simple, but lovely illustrations. The themes of independence, triumphing over adversity, and keep one�s cool in the face of disaster are great for shared storytime. The fairytale aspects of the setting will delight children who want to believe in gnomes and little spirits, and the poise with which the mother picks up the remains of her burnt-out life and makes the best of it is something I shall aspire to when things are higgledy-piggledy in my life.'
- playingbythebook.com
Elsa Beskow (1874-1953) is the most popular children's author--illustrator in Sweden. Often described as Sweden's Beatrix Potter, Elsa Beskow's picture books have been known and loved for over a century. Her charming stories of children and magical folk, accompanied by her signature illustrations, are known and cherished the world over.
Target Age: 4-7
Floris Books
Pub Date: June 29, 2021
0.4" H x 10.6" L x 8.6" W
36 pages
hardcover