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Astrid Anna Emilia Lindgren (Swedish: [ˈǎsːtrɪd ˈlɪ̌nːɡreːn] ⓘ; née Ericsson; 14 November 1907 – 28 January 2002) was a Swedish writer of fiction and screenplays.
Welcome to the official Astrid Lindgren website. Here you will find information about Astrid Lindgren as a person, about her stories and find out everything you want to know about her treasured characters. You will also be able to discover destinations where you can experience her life and work.
Sep 2, 2024 · Astrid Lindgren (born November 14, 1907, Vimmerby, Sweden—died January 28, 2002, Stockholm) was an influential Swedish writer of children’s books who created such memorable characters as Pippi Longstocking.
Learn about the life and achievements of Astrid Lindgren, the Swedish author of Pippi Longstocking and other beloved children's books. Discover her humanist values, global impact, awards, quotes and more.
Astrid Lindgren's stories transcend all the boundaries we humans have created among ourselves – across generations, across national borders, across gender, faith, politics, and class. Despite some of the books being more than 75 years old, they are read by more people than ever before.
Sep 26, 2024 · Astrid Lindgren (1907–2002) is one of the most translated authors in the world, and one of the most well-known Swedish authors. She became an author relatively late in life, and an influential voice on everyday issues even later.
May 12, 2018 · Grown-up wild child: Astrid Lindgren, the steely Swedish writer behind Pippi Longstocking. In a way, Lindgren is a metaphor for Sweden itself. By Melanie McDonagh. (Photo By Astrid Lindgren aged 80 in 1987, on the Swedish island of Furusund. Credit: AKG-IMAGES / PICTURE-ALLIANCE / DPA)
