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A review by mathildur
Notes from an Island by Tove Jansson, Tuulikki Pietilä
3.75
The E-Arc of Notes from an Island was kindly provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This has not altered my opinion of the book.
I think the best word to describe this book might be understated. It is a quiet, muted thing, this little insight into Tove & Tooti’s lives on the tiny island of Klovharun. This book would be perfect for someone who is a die-hard fan of either Jansson or Pietilä, but it would not work all that well for someone approaching their art for the first time, in my opinion.
Notes from an Island might at first be considered a little boring to read, since it takes effort to slow down to the point where the book, with all its art, is enjoyable. I struggled a bit myself, but I found it interesting to read after a little while. I loved learning about the tiny island Klovharun, and seeing how Tove & Tooti approached the wildness of nature, trying to co-exist and create art.
For those with an interest for it, I would definitely recommend this book! But for those looking for a good starting point, especially if you are looking to start exploring Jansson’s writings, I would recommend looking elsewhere.
I think the best word to describe this book might be understated. It is a quiet, muted thing, this little insight into Tove & Tooti’s lives on the tiny island of Klovharun. This book would be perfect for someone who is a die-hard fan of either Jansson or Pietilä, but it would not work all that well for someone approaching their art for the first time, in my opinion.
Notes from an Island might at first be considered a little boring to read, since it takes effort to slow down to the point where the book, with all its art, is enjoyable. I struggled a bit myself, but I found it interesting to read after a little while. I loved learning about the tiny island Klovharun, and seeing how Tove & Tooti approached the wildness of nature, trying to co-exist and create art.
For those with an interest for it, I would definitely recommend this book! But for those looking for a good starting point, especially if you are looking to start exploring Jansson’s writings, I would recommend looking elsewhere.