'Good literature gives the child a place in the world and the world a place in the child.' – Astrid Lindgren Happy birthday to Astrid Lindgren (1907–2002)! ❤️ One of Sweden's most beloved authors would have turned 117 today. 📚 The list of Lindgren's books is long and over the years, children around the world have got to know characters such as Pippi Longstocking, Emil from Lönneberga, Ronia the Robber's Daughter, and the Brothers Lionheart – naming some of her most memorable and cherished characters. Do you have a favourite book by Astrid Lindgren? Photos from Astrid Lindgren Aktiebolag. Photo 1: Jacob Forsell. #Sweden #AstridLindgren #childrensliterature #swedishliterature