![]() ![]() Her main theme is the fight for children's rights and their right to be themselves. They are capable yet retain their youthfulness and curiosity. In all her stories, children are the protagonists: strong-willed, adventurous and compassionate. Set in early medieval times, Ronja lives in Mattisborgen (Matt’s Fort) but spends much of her time seeking adventure in the enchanting forest that surrounds it, reflecting Lindgren’s love for nature and belief that it should be respected and enjoyed.Īstrid wrote about children but also had the gift of writing for children. Ronja Rövardotter – daughter of chief robber Mattis – is another strong female character who typifies Lindgren’s portrayal of compelling young people who are relatable yet heroic. The ginger-haired 9-year-old feels as relevant today as she did when she made her first fictional appearance in 1945 – not to mention during her heyday in the 1970s, when gender equality in Sweden was heavily debated. Astrid Lindgren The Brothers Lionheart Paperback 2 July 2009 by Astrid Lindgren (Author), Ilon Wikland (Illustrator), Joan Tate (Translator) 307 ratings Hardcover 159.20 2 Used from 63.34 3 New from 159.20 Paperback 6.35 13 Used from 1.26 14 New from 5. Pippi broke and revolted against many norms, for instance related to gender, age and class. ![]() As for the awe-inspiring Pippi Långstrump, she’s a thoroughly independent orphan who is strong enough to lift a horse above her head. ![]()
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