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Pippi Longstocking Goes Aboard


Synopsis


Loved by millions of children around the world Pippi Longstocking is one of the most popular children's characters of all time. This new edition of the classic Pippi story by Astrid Lindgren, contains brand new black and white artwork by award-winning illustrator Mini Grey, introducing Pippi's adventurous spirit to a whole new generation of readers. In Pippi Goes Aboard, Pippi Longstocking is back and as crazy and as funny as ever! But for Tommy and Annika, the fun might stop all too soon if Pippi agrees to go back to sea with her father.

Astrid Lindgren (author), Mini Grey (illustrator), Susan Beard (translator)

Summary

Chapter 1: Pippi Gets a Boat

Pippi Longstocking dreams of sailing away on her own boat. One day, she finds a shipwrecked boat washed up on shore. With the help of her friends, Tommy and Annika, she salvages the boat and names it "Hop Topper."

Chapter 2: Pippi's Cabin

Pippi sets up a cozy cabin inside the boat, decorating it with colorful curtains, a fireplace, and a chest filled with gold coins. She also brings along her unusual pets: a monkey named Mr. Nilsson, a horse named Little Old Man, and a parrot named Polly.

Example: "Pippi arranged the furniture in her cabin just as she liked it. There was a big, comfortable bed with a bright red quilt, a table and chairs made of wood, and a fireplace that she used to keep warm on cold nights."

Chapter 3: Sailing the Seas

Pippi and her friends set sail on the Hop Topper. They encounter various adventures at sea, including a storm, a pirate attack, and the rescue of a stranded sailor.

Example: "As the Hop Topper sailed through the stormy sea, the waves crashed over the deck and the wind howled. But Pippi remained unfazed, standing at the helm and guiding the ship through the treacherous waters."

Chapter 4: The Island of Kurrekurredutt

Pippi's boat lands on the island of Kurrekurredutt, where they meet a strange and wonderful tribe of natives. The tribe welcomes them with open arms and shares their food, language, and customs.

Example: "The natives of Kurrekurredutt were short and brown, with long black hair and wide smiles. They wore colorful clothes and lived in huts made of palm leaves."

Chapter 5: The King's Treasure

Pippi and her friends stumble upon a hidden treasure chest on the island. The tribe's king, King Friday the Thirteenth, tells them that the treasure belongs to a wealthy sea captain who had been shipwrecked on the island long ago.

Example: "The treasure chest was filled with gold, silver, and jewels. Pippi and her friends were amazed at the sight of such riches."

Chapter 6: The Return Home

After spending a memorable time on Kurrekurredutt, Pippi and her friends decide to return home. They sail back to Sweden, where they are greeted with joy by their family and friends.

Example: "As the Hop Topper sailed into the harbor, Tommy and Annika waved excitedly from the dock. They couldn't wait to hear all about Pippi's adventures on the high seas."