Moominpappa's Memoirs (Moomins, 3)

If you grew up with the Moomintrolls just as I did, you'll probably be just as happy as I was to know that the books are not only available but still in print and you can order brand new unblemished copies. If you didn't grow up with the Moomintroll books, it's never too late to learn to love them or teach the kids in your life to do so. To the uninitiated, it's hard to explain what makes the Moomintrolls so great. Sometimes there are great adventures in their tales but often they are distinguished from other so-called children's literature by the quiet, philosophical bent of much of the text. Either way they're gems not to be missed. (NOTE: when I say "so-called children's literature" it's not because I disdain children's literature but rather that I disdain the idea that it's just for children. A Wrinkle in Time, the Moomintroll books, The Phantom Tollbooth, these are great books and they remain worth reading at any age.)

Moominpappa became the main character in this book. He realized it is a good time to write his memoir, and opened his memoir pen cap. Also, he read his stories to his son Moomintroll, son's friends Sniff and Snufkin. Reading to his youngsters are the parts that I loved aside from each episode of Moominpappa. How fun to listen to the stories from your father or fatherly figure.

At this point i’d be surprised if a Tove book wasn’t magical.Another excellent and happy read, an adventure with many of the characters’ parents.All these books are highly recommended.

Fast shipping and fun stories

My 12 y. o. Like this series.

Moominpappa very self aware. His history is heavily squeezed through his viewpoint of life. But the author has put herself into a other skin to write this. You believe that Moominpappa is writing the book.

all her books are wonderful and insightful- I just love them all-I enjoy reading them myself the grandchildren want something more exciting to be read to them- so that's ok- I have them for my own enjoyment! My sons loved them when I read these to them whe they were 7 and 10. Get the whole set if you enjoy one of them- you will not be disappointed!

My favorite childhood books. Got the whole series for my daughter. Delightful whimsical world of Moomins!