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Pippi in the South Seas

Astrid Lindgren
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Pippi in the South Seas

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1959

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Astrid Lindgren

Pippi in the South Seas

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1959
Book Details
Pages

126

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kurrekurredutt Island • 1940s

Publication Year

1959

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

850L

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Super Short Summary

Pippi in the South Seas follows the adventures of Pippi Longstocking, a spirited girl, as she travels to a tropical island with her friends, Tommy and Annika. The group experiences various exploits while visiting Pippi's father, the island's king, and engaging with the local residents, all while showcasing Pippi's unique charm and resourcefulness.

Playful

Adventurous

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.4

19,224 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pippi in the South Seas by Astrid Lindgren continues to delight readers with Pippi's whimsical adventures and strong-willed charm. Positively, reviews highlight its imaginative plot and vibrant characters, appealing to children and nostalgically to adults. However, some criticize its outdated cultural depictions. Overall, it's a spirited, if occasionally controversial, tale.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Pippi in the South Seas?

A reader who enjoys Pippi in the South Seas by Astrid Lindgren likely appreciates whimsical adventures and strong, independent heroines. Fans of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll or The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo would relish Lindgren's imaginative storytelling and playful spirit.

4.4

19,224 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

126

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kurrekurredutt Island • 1940s

Publication Year

1959

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

850L

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