Pippi Won't Grow Up by Astrid Lindgren – Hardcover Comic Collection
Playful Defiance from the World’s Strongest Girl
In Pippi Won’t Grow Up, Astrid Lindgren’s iconic character returns with a new set of quirky challenges and clever solutions. This hardcover comic-style edition features Pippi Longstocking at her mischievous best—outwitting grown-ups, questioning societal norms, and proving that childhood imagination is the strongest force of all. A lively continuation of Lindgren’s celebrated storytelling, ideal for collectors and new readers alike.
Features
- Content: Comic-format stories featuring classic Pippi antics
- Tone: Humorous, irreverent, and imaginative
- Format: Hardcover edition with durable binding
- Reception: Named one of USA Today's Best Comics of 2013
Specifications
- Binding: Hardcover
- Category: Children’s Literature / Comic Book
- Language: English (translated from original Swedish)
- Author: Astrid Lindgren
- Illustrator: Ingrid Vang Nyman (original series contributor)
Cultural Note
Pippi Longstocking remains one of Scandinavia’s most enduring literary figures. Created by Swedish author Astrid Lindgren in the 1940s, Pippi embodies Nordic values of independence, freedom, and humor. Her adventures resonate strongly across Swedish-American communities in Minnesota, where tales of bold characters and spirited resilience reflect deep cultural ties between past and present.
