14 Feb 2009
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Lincoln's journey from his early years as a rising politician through his presidency, the Civil War, and his untimely death
Moominland Tales: The Life of Tove Jansson
Life meets art for the creator of the Moomins.
The life and work of Tove Jansson, mainly known for creating the Moomins but also a writer and painter.
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Samuel West Narrator (voice)
Janet Suzman Tove Jansson (voice)
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