Karlsson on the Roof

Interesting Facts

• Karlsson lives in a small house on the roof of an ordinary residential building in Stockholm.
• Karlsson has a propeller on his back that allows him to fly.
• Little Brother, the main character of the book, is the youngest child in his family and often feels lonely.
• Karlsson loves sweets and often steals jam from Little Brother.
• Karlsson claims to be 'a moderately chubby man in the prime of life.'
• Karlsson often gets into funny and ridiculous situations due to his mischievous nature.
• Little Brother and Karlsson become best friends, despite Karlsson often behaving selfishly and capriciously.
• Karlsson loves to boast about his imaginary feats and achievements.
• The book addresses themes of friendship, loneliness, and family relationships.