Astronomyssä

Astronomyssä is a fictional celestial body featured in the works of Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. It is primarily known as the planet where the character Pippi Longstocking lives with her father, Captain Efraim Longstocking, and her monkey, Mr. Nilsson. While the exact geographical location of Astronomyssä within Lindgren's universe is not precisely defined, it is depicted as a tropical island in the South Seas.

The name "Astronomyssä" itself is likely a playful invention by Lindgren, combining the Swedish word "astronomi" (astronomy) with a feminine suffix, perhaps to give it a whimsical and exotic feel. In the stories, Astronomyssä serves as Pippi's home and the setting for many of her unconventional adventures. It is characterized by Villa Villekulla, Pippi's brightly painted house, and its surroundings, which are often described as lush and abundant.

While not a scientifically accurate astronomical object, Astronomyssä holds significant cultural importance within the Pippi Longstocking narratives. It represents a place of freedom, imagination, and independence, embodying the spirit of Pippi herself. The island's remote and somewhat fantastical nature allows for the extraordinary events and characters that populate Pippi's world, making Astronomyssä an integral part of her enduring legacy in children's literature.