Quote by: Tove Jansson

You were talking about the wind," the Fillyjonk said suddenly. "A wind that carries off your washing. But I'm speaking about cyclones. Typhoons, Gaffsie dear. Tornadoes, whirlwinds, sandstorms... Flood waves that carry houses away... But most of all I'm talking about myself and my fears, even if I know that's not done. I know everything will turn out badly. I think about that all the time. Even while I'm washing my carpet. Do you understand that? Do you feel the same way?


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Author Bio


  • NameTove Jansson
  • DescriptionFinnish children's writer and illustrator
  • BornAugust 9, 1914
  • DiedJune 27, 2001
  • CountryFinland
  • ProfessionPainter; Writer; Illustrator; Children's Writer
  • WorksMoomin
  • AwardsSelma Lagerlöf Prize; Hans Christian Andersen Award