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      Comet in Moominland

      by Tove Jansson
      Published
      Jan 1946
      Main Genre
      Fantasy Fantasy
      Rating
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      192
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      Series
      Moomins (original) Book 2
      Also Appears In
      Moomintrolls Book 2

      About This Book

      If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun!

      Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Comet in Moominland—includes black-and-white illustrations throughout.

      "Genius." —Philip Pullman

      "Clever, gentle, witty, and completely engrossing." —Jeff Smith, author of Bone

      When Moomintroll learns that a comet will be passing by, he and his friend Sniff travel to a mountain observatory to consult the Professors. Along the way, they have many adventures, but the greatest adventure of all awaits them when they learn that the comet is headed straight for their home in Moominvalley.

      In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson's timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, these classic books are a must-have for anyone who wishes the world was a bit more magical.

      The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson:
      ● Comet in Moominland
      ● Finn Family Moomintroll
      ● Moominpappa's Memoirs
      ● Moominsummer Madness
      ● Moominland Midwinter
      ● Tales from Moominvalley
      ● Moominpappa at Sea
      ● Moominvalley in November

      Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old:
      ● Moomin's Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands
      ● Moomin's Little Book of Numbers
      ● Moomin's Little Book of Words

      Series Placement

      Book 2
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      Also Appears In
      Moomintrolls
      Book 2
      🟡 Mostly Standalone

      Genres & Themes

      Genres

      Speculative Fiction

      Subgenres

      Fantasy

      Age Level

      Kids (12 & Under) Kids: Middle Grade

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      First Edition Jan 1976 Avon ISBN13 9780380004362 ISBN10 0380004364
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      Feb 1990 Penguin (UK) ISBN13 9780140302868 ISBN10 0140302867
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      Sep 1991 Farrar, Straus and Giroux ISBN13 9780374413316 ISBN10 0374413312
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      May 2010 Square Fish ISBN13 9780312608880 ISBN10 0312608888
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      Feb 2019 Penguin (UK) ISBN13 9780241344477 ISBN10 0241344476
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      Oct 1990 Farrar, Straus and Giroux ISBN13 9780374315269 ISBN10 0374315264
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      Sep 1991 Turtleback Books ISBN13 9780613718585 ISBN10 0613718585
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      May 2010 Farrar, Straus and Giroux ISBN13 9780374350307 ISBN10 0374350302
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      Mar 2011 Penguin (UK) ISBN13 9780141328614 ISBN10 0141328614
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      Oct 2017 Sort of Books ISBN13 9781908745651 ISBN10 1908745657
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      Sep 2025 Drawn & Quarterly ISBN13 9781770468085 ISBN10 1770468080
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      Sep 2014 Farrar, Straus and Giroux ISBN13 9781466871571 ISBN10 1466871571
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      Mar 2012 Penguin Books Ltd ISBN10 B007MHDOA2
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