This ultimate guide to one of the world's most beautiful and
fascinating island nations is packed with travel tips, cultural and
historical facts, and insights from Icelanders into how we can all make
our lives a little more Icelandic.
Known as 'The Land of Fire and Ice', Iceland is a country of contrasts,
from the enormous glaciers to the active volcanoes, the summer
midnight sun to the briefest of winter days, the ancient
language to the modern technological innovations. This is a nation
with a rich and diverse culture as unique as its stunning
landscapes.
How to Live Icelandic is the ultimate insider's guide to this
northerly nation. You may have already tried skyr for breakfast and
listened to Sigur Rós on your daily commute, but how much do you know
about the real Iceland; the locals' take on this one-of-a-kind
island?
Icelanders Nína Björk Jónsdóttir and Edda Magnus have put together the
highlights of Icelandic music, literature, cultural attitudes, food
traditions and celebrations so the rest of the world can benefit
from the special blend of old Norse wisdom with liberal modern
attitudes.
This beautiful book is full of inspiration and insight into this
progressive and peaceful nation that has freedom, community and
equality at its core, revealing why Iceland remains one of the
happiest countries in the world.
From the How To Live... series of insightful guides to some of the
most intriguing cultures and locations on the planet, other books
available include How To Live Japanese, How To Live Korean and How to
Live North.
