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Moominsummer Madness

Tove Jansson
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Moominsummer Madness

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994

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Tove Jansson

Moominsummer Madness

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Moominvalley • Mid-20th century

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

6-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Moominsummer Madness by Tove Jansson, the Moomin family experiences an unexpected flood that leads them to seek refuge on a floating theater. As they navigate new adventures and meet various characters, they explore creativity and self-expression, while emphasizing themes of community and adaptability in times of change.

Fantastical

Playful

Heartwarming

Nostalgic

Serene

Reviews & Readership

4.5

13,712 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Moominsummer Madness is celebrated for its whimsical charm and imaginative narrative, characteristic of Tove Jansson's storytelling. Readers appreciate the vivid illustrations and endearing characters, noting the book's ability to evoke nostalgia and delight. However, some find the plot slightly meandering. Overall, it's a beloved classic, especially for fans of the Moomins.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Moominsummer Madness?

Fans of whimsical, imaginative tales rich with warmth will enjoy Moominsummer Madness by Tove Jansson. Similar to readers of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll and Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows, this book captivates with its gentle humor, quirky characters, and enchanting adventures.

4.5

13,712 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Moominvalley • Mid-20th century

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

6-12 years

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