Tove Jansson's first book for adults drew on her childhood memories to capture afresh the enchantments and fears of growing up in Helsinki in the nineteen tens and twenties. Described as both a memoir and 'a book of superb stories' by Ali Smith, her startlingly evocative prose offers a glimpse of the mysteries of winter ice, the bonhomie of balalaika parties, and the vastness of Christmas viewed from beneath the tree. This deluxe hardback, with rare images from the Jansson family archive, makes a perfect gift.
- ISBN10 1908745339
- ISBN13 9781908745330
- Publish Date 7 November 2013 (first published October 1969)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 27 July 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Sort of Books
- Edition Main
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 192
- Language English