An appreciation of the life and art of Tove Jansson, creator of the much-loved Moomin books
This book provides fresh insights and a deeper appreciation of the life and art of Tove Jansson (1914-2001), one of the most original, influential and perennially enjoyed illustrators of the 20th century. Jansson’s flourishing Moomin books are examined in detail, as are her interpretations of such classics as Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and The Hunting of the Snark, and J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit.
Book in English
Format: Hardback without Jacket
Size: 24.5 x 18.7 cm
Extent: 112 pp
Illustrations: 106
Publication date: 6 October 2022
