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Karlson on the Roof [ILLUSTRATED] (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Ilon Wikland (Illustrator), P. Crampton (Translator)
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`I adored Astrid Lindgren as a child' Francesca Simon, author of the 'Horrid Henry' books --This text refers to the Paperback edition.


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Imagine Smidge's delight when, one day, a little man with a propeller on his back appears hovering at the window! It's Karlson and he lives in a house on the roof. Soon Smidge and Karlson are sharing all sorts of adventures, from tackling thieves and playing tricks to looping the loop and running across the rooftops. Fun and chaos burst from these charming, classic stories. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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  • Hardcover: 120 pages
  • Publisher: Methuen young books; illustrated edition edition (March 20, 1975)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0416802400
  • ISBN-13: 978-0416802405
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,072,832 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book, a must have for kids and parents, July 4, 2002
By A Customer
There seems to be an overwhelming sense of regret common to all the reviewers -- a great book, too bad one can't get it for love or money (...)

Like many of those who wrote a review here, I too read it in Russian translation. Like another reviewer, I've been looking for it for over 10 years for my own, thoroughly American, kids.

The Pippi boos are very good, as well as are other Lindgren's book, too but this one is special. Lindgren's ability to see the world through the eyes of a child and to tell the story in a way that is respectful to the child's view of the world is on fine display. Not a single false note, no artificial cuteness; all 3 Karlson books are honest with their readers and the readers love them in return.

Too bad these books are so hopelessly out of print... Both the kids and the parents of this country are missing on a real opportunity to share a good book, and what better way to build strong family ties than to read a GOOD book together with your child.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I will love this book in all my life, February 23, 2000
By camelbird (wuxi.jiangsu.China) - See all my reviews
I am a Chinese.This book was translated in Chinese in 1984 and never republished again.This book influenced me greatly.Every time I read it,I am excited and thankful to Astrid Lindgren.Few people know it is such a good book.It is the best book of all auther's works.Better than Pippi,although I also love Pippi.I want more people read it and love it.If you can write Chinese and love this book,I want to be your friend because my English is poor.(email:camelbird@990.net)
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Children's Books Ever Written, November 25, 2004
By Elena Hale (St. Petersburg, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This book was the reason I started reading at 5! After getting too impatient waiting for my father to read one chapter at a time every evening, I was determined to read it myself. And so I did, along with its two sequels. This is a beautiful, majestic collection that will definitely entice children into reading it. It teaches the true value of friendship, which is something that should be understood at an early age. As compared to the present day's Harry Potter, this book is full of fantastic reality, but without darkness and cruelty. It should definitely be published in English for mass distribution!
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5.0 out of 5 stars When your imaginary friend is real - the ultimate child's fantasy...
I love this story. I love all three of the books about Carlson On-The-Roof. I have no idea why this book didn't take with American readers. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Y. Childers

5.0 out of 5 stars It is SO sad! I wish I were a publisher
All three Karlsson books by Astrid Lindgren are children classics, "cult" books. I can't belive you can only find them in English from used book sellers for $72, $249 and other... Read more
Published on September 23, 2005 by Bookreviewer

5.0 out of 5 stars A great series
Karlson is one of Astrid Lindgren's most famous creations. It spans at least 3 books - Karlson on the Roof, Karlson Flies Again and Karlson is Sneaking Around Again (this one... Read more
Published on July 24, 2005 by Frikle

5.0 out of 5 stars Karlson on the Roof
Great book for kids - read it as a kid, couldn't find it in English - so I am reading it in Ukrainian with the kids. Please find some one to re-print it in English.
Published on March 10, 2004 by Orest Temnycky

5.0 out of 5 stars Publishers, PLEASE make an English edition available!
This book is just too good to remain out-of-print.
Published on October 26, 2003 by Big Beat

5.0 out of 5 stars my favourite childhood book
all children should read this book. it is by far the best book i ever read as a child and still my fav as an adult. wonderful exciting story line
Published on January 22, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Karlson on the Roof
This is one of the best children books ever written. There are 3 Karlson books and they are valuable both for children and their parents - helps understand each other and teaches... Read more
Published on October 28, 2001 by Paulsz

5.0 out of 5 stars Forget Harry Porter
This is one of the best children's book I've ever read. Most of the books written by the Scandinavian children's writers never make it to the US -- which is too bad. Read more
Published on October 25, 2001 by Andrew B. Obin

5.0 out of 5 stars Better then Harry Potter
Its a shame that this book didnt become as famous as Harry Potter in the US. I loved reading it when i was a kid, and I would love to see this book to be put in circulation... Read more
Published on July 5, 2000 by arthur shaykevich

5.0 out of 5 stars my favorite book
when i was a little girl my dad gave me this book and it became my favorite. its such a delightfull adventure, so funny and heartwarming. Read more
Published on September 24, 1999

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