A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg!" declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends find out what it really is, but not before the little elf goes off on one of the best adventures she has ever had.
First published in Sweden in 1932.
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.
ages: 3-6
Floris Books
Mini Edition hardcover: 0.4" H x 4.9" L x 6.8" W, 24 pages
hardcover: 0.4" H x 11.8" L x 9.3" W, 32 pages