The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
Swede. Nils Holgerssons underbara resa genom Sverige · 1906-1907
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Interesting Facts
- The book was written as a geography textbook for Swedish schoolchildren but became popular among readers of all ages.
- The main character, Nils Holgersson, is transformed into a tiny person and travels across Sweden on the back of a goose named Morten.
- During his journey, Nils meets many animals who can talk and teach him important life lessons.
- The book describes various regions of Sweden, their nature, culture, and history, making it a unique guide to the country.
- Selma Lagerlöf became the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, and The Wonderful Adventures of Nils played a significant role in this recognition.

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Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 7 July 2024
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Genre: Children's literature
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