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<p>In 1978, Astrid Lindgren was awarded the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade. She turned her acceptance speech into a fiery and compelling appeal to put an end to violence and tyranny, especially the violence that begins in the home and that affects children above all else. </p><p>This is a new edition of the speech, richly illustrated by Stina Wirsén, with a preface by Marta Santos Pais, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children, UN and an afterword by Thomas Hammarberg, Human Rights Adviser and Member of the first UN Committee on the Rights of the Child.</p>

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Norway Calling, the book of contemporary Norwegian design, is a kind of answer to the question of why Norwegian design is arousing such pleasure and curiosity today the world over. It is the first book to mirror the exciting northern trend, introducing some of the principal figures and some of their most important projects - an excellent opportunity for design-lovers to acquaint themselves with the vigorous development of Norwegian design after such titans as Sverre Fehn, Grete Prytz Kittelsen and Arne Korsmo. After years of silence there proved to be a new, living world of Norwegian design. Now widley known designers and architects such as Snøhetta, Daniel Rybakken, Norway Says and Arne & Carlos bare witness to this forceful trend.

Lucia celebrations on 13 December bring a gleam of light in the winter darkness. When there is hardly any daylight at all in the northern hemisphere, Lucia comes with hope of brighter times. The stately procession with a white-clad Lucia accompanied by her maids, star boys, and sometimes elves became common in the 1950s. But the feast of Lucia goes back much further in history, and it is one of the most varied traditions in Sweden. The celebrations can be traced back to several periods, places, and religions, and over the years it has been both simple and sumptuous, humorous and serious, innocent and indecent, sacred and profane, popular and aristocratic, private and public. Lucia provokes debate when many people claim to know how it should be celebrated, who should take part, and in what roles. This book spreads new light on a familiar tradition and invites further discussion. LENA KÄTTSTRÖM HÖÖK is an ethnologist and curator at the Nordic Museum, with responsibility for traditions and special occasions.

<p>The New Year brings an opportunity to start again, to try to ensure that conditions will be better for the next year. This book tells about the history of New Year celebrations in Sweden but also about local and regional variations and global themes. It is only according to the Western Gregorian calendar that the new year begins on 1 January. Parallel to this there are other New Year festivals at different times in the year. Some are linked to religion, others to specific countries and regions, and others to different seasons. Some are based on lunar or solar calendars and can have movable dates in the calendar, while others are fixed. In Sweden, partly as a consequence of migration, there are New Year celebrations all year round, and the book also examines these.</p><p>Lena Kättström Höök is an ethnologist and curator at the Nordic Museum in Stockholm, specializing in the study of traditions and festivals.</p>

Ett perfekt litet häfte, på 56 sidor, som berättar om 15 typiskt svenska saker och platser. En bok för turister såväl som för utländska gäster och vänner. "Swedish Icons presents a collection of Classic symbols from Sweden, all with an interesting story to tell. Why are there so many red buildings in Sweden? Where did we get the tradition of dressing the maypole? Did the Vikings really have horns on their helmets" Ikonerna som presenteras i boken är: dalahäst, älg, ren & samer, sill & strömming, midsommar, svenska flaggan, göta kanal, glasriket, polkagris, viking, fika, falu rödfärg, stockholms stadshus och gamla stan.

<b> Brave Kids <b> is a story that tackles important topics which many youngsters and adults can identify with. <br/>Domestic violence, oppression of women, patriarchal stereotypes, a mother's struggle to save her son, racism, will power and positive thinking, the love between two young people who belong to different castes, the victory of benevolence. <br/>Ravi is a 12-year-old boy who lives in Kerala, in the 80's India. When his dad gets unemployed, he becomes violent towards his wife and child. <br/>Then, despite her fears and adversities, Ravi's mother escapes with her son to rebuild a new life without violence. Throughout their adventure they encounter many difficulties but also people who help them.<br/>They cross paths with Ananya and her wealthy family and they build lifelong relationships.<br/>Ananya is a modern girl with love for knowledge and justice. When she falls in love with Ravi, she challenges traditions and patriarchal structures. <br/>Are they going to overcome the obstacles and find happiness in the end?<br/><br/> <b> Book reviews ''It is not a walk in the park to write for young people. Nina is aware of that and does not opt for the easiest way. She has written a story which can touch young persons and adults. <b> I hope and wish that she will soon share with us more writing samples''. <b> Theodore Kallifatides, writer. <br/><br/>''Nina Lund's book, Brave Kids, is a moving story that tackles the sensitive subject of domestic violence. The book tells the story of little Ravi and his mother who had to leave their home to find safety. It takes us through their journey, struggles and adventures as they travel all over India to rebuild their lives.<br/>Brave Kids sends a strong message about the power of love and, most importantly, gives hope and courage to many other children and women affected by domestic violence. <b> Dr. Evangelia Karydi, <b> Child and Adult Psychologist