Pimpa and the Christmas Surpriseaf Altan

Christmastime is always full of joyful surprises... especially for Pimpa!

On Christmas Day, Pimpa meets Dina the little duckling when she arrives in a Christmas present! The two become firm friends, and Pimpa looks after Dina like a big sister.

Join Pimpa in teaching Dina how to wash and get dressed, telling her about good and bad, helping her to name the things and animals she meets, and showing her the beauty of winter as it turns into spring.

A tale of friendship and family, ´Pimpa and the Christmas Surprise´ is perfect for early readers, or anyone who is simply longing for a short and sweet adventure!
Pimpa is a cheerful, red-spotted dog. Accompanied by her friend and owner Armando, a man with an impressive moustache and a bowler hat, the two embark on colourful and touching adventures together. Every story features a world of new friends, imagination and curiosity.
Cartoonist Francesco Tullio Altan created Pimpa as a present for his daughter in 1975. Since then, more than 150 stories featuring Pimpa have been published, selling more than 6.5 million copies.
Pimpa has also been the star of several successful TV adaptations produced by the major Italian broadcaster RAI.
Now Pimpa is ready to be a loyal companion to a new generation. The books are perfect for both young children and their older siblings, and her stories can be enjoyed by the whole family.