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π Tove Jansson was born on August 9, 1914, in Helsinki, Finland.
π She created the beloved Moomin characters, which are round, fluffy creatures living in Moominvalley.
π Tove published her first Moomin book in 1945, titled 'The Moomins and the Great Flood.'
π¨ Tove was not just an author; she was also a talented painter and illustrator.
π Her Moomin stories have been translated into over 50 languages and loved worldwide.
π Tove received the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1966 for her amazing literary work.
π₯° She often wrote about themes of family, friendship, and adventure in her stories.
π³ Tove's love for nature was influenced by her childhood visits to the beautiful Finnish archipelago.
πΊ The Moomins have appeared in animated TV shows, movies, and even their own theme parks.
β€οΈ Tove Jansson had a close partnership with fellow artist Tuulikki PietilΓ€, sharing a love for creativity.
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