The Tomten and the Fox
The Tomten and the Fox by Astrid Lindgren is a reissue published by Penguin Young Readers Group on October 6, 1997. This 32-page children’s book presents a charming bedtime story that follows the guard troll Tomten as he encounters a hungry fox at a farm during the night. The narrative adapts a Swedish folk tale, focusing on themes of kindness and resourcefulness as Tomten finds a way to protect the farm animals while also feeding the fox.
Readers will discover beautifully illustrated scenes that evoke the serene beauty of a snowy Swedish night. The story captures the essence of farm and ranch life, intertwining elements of fantasy and magic. Through its gentle text and captivating visuals, this edition invites young readers to explore the quiet calm of winter while engaging with the characters and their interactions in a whimsical setting.
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“This is a bedtime story that small children will want to hear over and over again.”—The New Yorker
In this sequel to the classic The Tomten, the creator of Pippi Longstocking adapts a Swedish folk tale into a beloved children’s story. When a hungry fox wanders into a farm late at night looking for food, the guard troll Tomten finds a way to keep the farm animals safe and feed the fox at the same time.
“The illustrations have a luminous beauty. There’s a kind, quiet calm here that warms the winter air.”—The New York Times
“Charming, hushed illustrations and quiet text together evoke the soft, snowy silence and winter beauty of a Swedish night. The troll Tomten mercifully saves the farm animals from the depredations of Reynard the fox, and manages to assuage the fox’s hunger to boot!”—School Library Journal (starred review)
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