The Summer Book

Author(s): Tove Jansson

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An elderly artist and her six-year-old grand-daughter are away on a summer together on a tiny island in the gulf of Finland. As the two learn to adjust to each other's fears, whims and yearnings, a fierce yet understated love emerges - one that encompasses not only the summer inhabitants but the very island itself.


Product Information

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.

General Fields

  • : 9780954221713
  • : Profile Books
  • : Profile Books
  • : May 2003
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Tove Jansson
  • : Paperback
  • : Thomas Teal