Elsa Beskow Books

Picture books from Elsa Beskow (1874-1953) the much-loved Swedish children's author, often called the Beatrix Potter of Scandinavia. We publish a comprehensive collection of Elsa Beskow picture books in English for children aged 3-7 years old.

Go to our Elsa Beskow Biography and Book Information page for a full life history and details on her books, family and the world she lived in.

Ilustration from The Children of the Forest by Elsa Beskow
Around the Year

Around the Year

Elsa Beskow
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Encourage children to celebrate the special joys of each month of the year with these delightful verses and charming illustrations from Elsa Beskow. A collectable new edition of the classic pict... Read more

Around the Year: Mini edition

Around the Year: Mini edition

Elsa Beskow
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A mini edition of Elsa Beskow's classic picture book which takes young children through the special joys of each month.... Read more

A beautiful collection of twenty pull-out frameable prints featuring iconic vintage illustrations from Elsa Beskow's best-l... Read more

The Children of Hat Cottage

The Children of Hat Cottage

Elsa Beskow
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Three children and their mother live in a cottage shaped like a hat, on a little island. A charming story about help from unexpected places. A collectable new edition of the classic ... Read more

Children of the Forest

Children of the Forest

Elsa Beskow
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The children of the forest live in the roots of an old pine tree. The children enjoy adventures throughout each season. What surprise will spring bring? A collectable new edition of the c... Read more

Children of the Forest: Mini Edition

Children of the Forest: Mini Edition

Elsa Beskow
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The children of the forest live deep in the roots of an old pine tree. This book invites children to follow their adventures through each season. Mini edition.... Read more

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