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Feeling his life is too safe and predictable, Moominpappa moves his family to a lighthouse on an island. There, they encounter a variety of strange and exciting events. The children are enchanted by the magic of the island, while the adults face challenges and adventures.
First publish date: February 1, 2003
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Tove Jansson
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