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Madicken, a spirited nine‑year‑old from Sweden, spends a lively summer with her younger sister. Together they picnic atop a woodshed roof, play games in the bullrushes, stroll a frozen river, and enjoy a holiday Christmas. The short story captures their imaginative and joyful experiences.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Astrid Lindgren
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