Emil and the Great Escapeaf Astrid Lindgren

Emil doesn't mean to be bad, it's just that trouble - and fun - follow him wherever he goes. In this collection of stories Emil is up to his hilarious best and no-one is safe! Whether he's running his little sister up a flagpole, or trying to escape after getting locked in a shed, Emil's adventures never stop. Hens, dogs, little sisters - and adults - all flee his path. A collection of utterly engaging tales from one of the world's best-loved children's authors. Illustrated by Mini Grey. Danish title: "Emil fra Lønneberg".