Astrid Lindgren
Astrid Anna Emilia Lindgren was a Swedish writer of fiction and screenplays, most notable for her children's book series featuring Pippi Longstocking, Emil of Lönneberga, Karlsson-on-the-Roof, and The Six Bullerby Children, as well as the children's fantasy novels Mio, My Son; Ronia the Robber's Daughter; and The Brothers Lionheart. She wrote over 30 books for children and her works have been translated into more than 100 languages, selling approximately 200 million copies worldwide. Lindgren was also an advocate for children's rights, equality, ecology, and animal welfare, and her campaigning led to new laws in Sweden.
Awards
['Hans Christian Andersen Award for Writing (1958)', 'Right Livelihood Award (1994)', 'Nils Holgersson Plaque (1950)', 'German Booksellers Peace Prize (1978)', 'Swedish Academy Gold Medal (1971)', 'Illis quorum gold medal (1995)']
Notable Works
['Pippi Longstocking', 'Emil of Lönneberga', 'Karlsson-on-the-Roof', 'The Six Bullerby Children', 'Mio, My Son', "Ronia the Robber's Daughter", 'The Brothers Lionheart']
