"'I'll capture the lighthouse!' thought Moominpappa. Moominpappa had been feeling at a loss. He didn't know what to do with himself. So he decided the only thing for it was to make a fresh start. Somewhere out there was a tiny rocky island and a lighthouse, just waiting for him. There he'd be important, able to explain things to his family again, able to boast again..."
(from back cover)

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I love Tove Jansson's books about Moomin trolls - as well as her other books. Ages ago, when I was living abroad, a friend used to mail me Moomin stories in English as birthday and Christmas gifts. Now I realise that I won't probably read them again in English, so it is time to send this old book to a new reader.

Congratulations on winning The Wonderful Family sweepstakes! This time Moominpappa (Moomin Dad) travels a long way from his own island, and I just cannot send him alone, so let Moominmamma (Moomin Mum) accompany him. Enjoy!

thankyou so much for sending a member from one of my favourite families - i had the full collection of these stories once upon a time and i have been replenishing the collection more recently

i especially enjoyed moominmamma as a travel companion and the inge look postcard

thanks again
happy reading

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