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Olha I also think there is more than one summer in the book. First, Sophia's dad bought flowers and planted them in the spring - so there was a summer with…moreI also think there is more than one summer in the book. First, Sophia's dad bought flowers and planted them in the spring - so there was a summer without flowers and a summer with flowers. Second, Sofia first behaves like a child, and then she begins a transitional age. Thirdly, references to the robe refer to several years.(less)

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i found out that there is an illustrated version with art by Tove Jansson herself (supposedly prompted by the German publishing company) - anybody knows which version has the illustration/if its still available?

Wyatt Vose The NYRB addition of the book has the original illustrations by Tove Jasson. They are truly wonderful!

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What is the reading level for this book? Would it be appropriate for young adults?

Tony Absolutely -- I'd say ages 10+. I'm not sure what the comment below refers to -- my copy didn't have any photos.…moreAbsolutely -- I'd say ages 10+. I'm not sure what the comment below refers to -- my copy didn't have any photos.(less)

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I keep wondering how the Finnish people feel about their national literary asset writing in Swedish. I believe that could be compared to Wisława Szymborska writing in German or Russian (I would like to see that happen in my home country). As far (or as little) as I know Finns may not necessarily consider that part of history that they share with Swedes to be the best that could happen to them. Any Finns to answer?

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Did anyone find that Esther Freud's introduction to this book would have been of more value as a comment at the end of the book? I find that it gives some information (like the size of the island) that takes away some of the freshness and wonder from the descriptions... Spoils the reading experience a little.

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is there a portuguese translation for this book?

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