Tuesday, September 09, 2025

Pippi on the Run

Pippi on the Run by Astrid Lindgren, illustrated by Emily Arnold McCully

Pippi on the Run is shorter than the other Pippi Longstocking books and was likely adapted from the movie of the same name. Tommy, Annika and Pippi decide to run away from home. They start out with a horse, by the horse ends up leaving them. They travel by foot, on top of a train, and even in a hay loft. At one point, Pippi floats down a river and over a waterfall in a barrel. They hang out with a guy in abandoned house and have times begging for food. Pippi showcases her strength a bravery numerous times. Eventually they return home. Tommy and Annika are happy to see them. They do not seem to be phased that they were gone for a few days. But, hey, this is Pippi, you need to suspend disbelief and just go on for the ride.

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