Emil's Pranks

A charming and hysterically funny tale of a naughty little boy who is also incredibly sweet-natured.

He gets into all sorts of wild and entertaining scrapes, and he often doesn't realize till afterward that he's been naughty, because his behavior makes perfect sense to him--or else it's an accident. His inner dialogue is therefore hilarious, along with everything and everyone else.

Emil and Alfred the hired man are my two favorite characters--b0th so sweet and fun-loving.

I read this book in two sittings within a few hours--it was short, sweet, and delightful, and I chuckled my way through it.

The Emil books are my favorite of Astrid Lindgren's books. I never cared for Pippi Longstocking. I ADORE the movie of The Children of Noisy show more Village most of all, however--it's better than the books. And the Emil books give me sweet, warm nostalgia for that movie and the sequel. I really should watch them again! They were a huge and wonderful part of my childhood.

If you love to laugh, read the Emil books and laugh out loud!! show less

There's a rat running amok in Emil's house, and he's determined to capture it. But hiding the rat trap just under his father's bed probably isn't ideal. That's just the start of Emil's adventures, which, once begun, never stop. Hens, dogs, little sisters - and adults - all flee his path.

"Vet du vad jag ska göra i morrn," sa han.
"Nä, sa Alfred. "Är det nåt hyss?" Emil satte pipan i munnen igen och började spela. Han gick där och blåste en stund och tänkte skarpt.
"Det vet jag inte," sa han till sist. "Det vet jag aldrig förrän efteråt."

Min barndomsidol är fortfarande min idol. Utan tvekan.

Not as good as Emil and the Soup Tureen. But still tremendous

Charming book that I'm sure a child would love.

Enjoyable tales of a mischievious boy.

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