The A To Z Of Iceland
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The A To Z Of Iceland
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Author : Gudmundur Halfdanarson
language : en
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 2010-05-10
The A To Z Of Iceland written by Gudmundur Halfdanarson and has been published by Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-05-10 with History categories.
While Iceland is the second largest inhabited island in Europe, with only 313,000 inhabitants in 2007, the Icelanders form one of the smallest independent nations in the world. Around two-thirds of the population lives in the capital, Reykjavík, and its suburbs, while the rest is spread around the inhabitable area of the country. Until fairly recently the Icelandic nation was unusually homogeneous, both in cultural and religious terms; in 1981, around 98 percent of the nation was born in Iceland and 96 percent belonged to the Lutheran state church or other Lutheran religious sects. In 2007, these numbers were down to 89 and 86 percent respectively, reflecting the rapidly growing multicultural nature of Icelandic society. The A to Z of Iceland traces Iceland's history and provides a compass for the direction the country is heading. This is done through its chronology, introductory essays, appendixes, map, bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on important persons, places, events, and institutions and significant political, economic, social, and cultural aspects.
Iceland
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Author : Alicia Z. Klepeis
language : en
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Release Date : 2020-08-01
Iceland written by Alicia Z. Klepeis and has been published by Bellwether Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Iceland is one of the happiest countries in the world! When you consider the island’s beautiful landscape and fun activities, it’s easy to see why. This title introduces young readers to everything Iceland has to offer. Fact-filled text and relevant photos highlight the basics of Iceland’s geography, climate, people, traditions, and more. Added features, such as a landmark sidebar, a famous person profile, and a recipe, further support the text.
How Iceland Changed The World
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Author : Egill Bjarnason
language : en
Publisher: Icon Books
Release Date : 2021-06-03
How Iceland Changed The World written by Egill Bjarnason and has been published by Icon Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-03 with categories.
'A joyously peculiar book' - The New York Times 'A fascinating insight into Icelandic culture and a fresh perspective on her global influence. Warning: may well make readers wish they were Icelandic, too.' - Helen Russell, author of The Year of Living Danishly The untold story of how one tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic has shaped the world for centuries. The history of Iceland began 1,200 years ago, when a frustrated Viking captain and his useless navigator ran aground in the middle of the North Atlantic. Suddenly, the island was no longer just a layover for the Arctic tern. Instead, it became a nation whose diplomats and musicians, sailors and soldiers, volcanoes and flowers, quietly altered the globe forever. How Iceland Changed the World takes readers on a tour of history, showing them how Iceland played a pivotal role in events as diverse as the French Revolution, the Moon Landing, and the foundation of Israel. Again and again, one humble nation has found itself at the frontline of historic events, shaping the world as we know it - How Iceland Changed the World paints a lively picture of just how it all happened. 'Egill Bjarnason has written a delightful reminder that, when it comes to countries, size doesn't always matter. His writing is a pleasure to read, reminiscent of Bill Bryson or Louis Theroux. He has made sure we will never take Iceland for granted again.' A.J. Jacobs, New York Times bestselling author of Thanks a Thousand and The Year of Living Biblically 'Bjarnason's intriguing book might be about a cold place, but it's tailor-made to be read on the beach.' - New Statesman 'Egill Bjarnason places Iceland at the center of everything, and his narrative not only entertains but enlightens, uncovering unexpected connections.' Andri Snær, author of On Time and Water 'Icelander Egill Bjarnason takes us on a high-speed, rough-and-tumble ride through 1,000-plus years of history-from the discovery of America to Tolkien's muse, from the French Revolution to the NASA moonwalk, from Israel's birth to the first woman president-all to display his home island's mind-opening legacy.' Nancy Marie Brown, author of The Real Valkyrie and The Far Traveller 'I always assumed the history of Iceland had, by law or fate, to match the tone of an October morning: dark, gray, and uninviting to most mankind. This book challenges that assumption, and about time. Our past, much like the present, can be a little fun.' Jón Gnarr, former mayor of Reykjavík and author of The Pirate and The Outlaw 'How Iceland Changed the World is not only surprising and informative. It is amusing and evocatively animates a place that I have been fascinated with for most of my life. Well worth the read!' - Jane Smiley, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Thousand Acres 'An entertaining, offbeat (and pleasingly concise) history of the remote North Atlantic nation ... perfect for a summer getaway read' - The Critic
The Little Book Of Tourists In Iceland
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Author : Alda Sigmundsdóttir
language : en
Publisher: Little Books Publishing
Release Date : 2022-01-21
The Little Book Of Tourists In Iceland written by Alda Sigmundsdóttir and has been published by Little Books Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-01-21 with Travel categories.
Iceland is in the midst of an unprecedented tourist boom that has brought wealth to the country, but also myriad issues and challenges. Through a series of short essays, this book provides a unique insight into the social and environmental impact that tourism is having on Iceland, and with wit and intelligence offers invaluable tips for touring safely, responsibly, and in harmony with the locals. A fascinating resource for anyone interested in contemporary Iceland, and an essential companion for all visitors to the country. Among the topics addressed in this book: • Why now?—Reasons for the tourism boom in Iceland • The impact of tourism on Iceland’s housing market, health care system, law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and more • Touring Iceland, staying safe—the things to keep in mind while traveling in Iceland’s treacherous terrain • Out driving. The most dangerous parts of Iceland? Its roads! Read our tips for staying safe • What they think of us—he things our visitors complain about • What we think of them: tourist behaviors that really, seriously irk the Icelanders • Crazy stories of tourists in Iceland (hahaha oh lord!) • The environmental footprint: depletion of natural resources, pollution, and the physical impact of tourism • Taxing tourists? The endless debate and what it entails • Can't we just all get along? Tips for touring in harmony with the locals • The truth about those Iceland myths: jailed bankers, believing in elves, the incest app, sleeping around ... don’t believe everything you hear! • The hilarious questions we get (“What time do the northern lights come on?”) ... and so much more! Excerpt "Yes, Iceland’s landscape is treacherous, and there are dangers in both expected and unexpected places. Yet the most dangerous aspect of touring Iceland is not those hot springs, glaciers, or rogue waves, but something far more commonplace: driving. Iceland has a very low population density—only about three people per square kilometer, or eight per square mile. Building and maintaining an efficient road system obviously costs a few crowns, and hitherto the Icelanders have been, if not entirely satisfied, then at least reasonably content with their single-lane highways, gravel roads, and the mountainous F-roads that are generally only open in summer. So here we are, merrily driving on our sub-standard roads and suddenly there is a tourist boom, resulting in far more cars on the road than ever before, including whole convoys of tour buses. This means increased wear and tear on roads that were already unsuitable for so much traffic and that require more frequent maintenance if they are to be kept safe. Also, many Icelandic roads are not built for the volume of traffic that they are now experiencing. For instance, shoulders have been known to collapse when a tour bus has moved too far over to one side of a narrow road, in order to make way for an oncoming vehicle. Thankfully there have been no serious injuries to people under such circumstances, but there have been enough scares to make people stand up and pay attention. A related problem that has been growing ever more serious is the limited experience of many folks when it comes to the driving conditions endemic to Iceland. I am speaking of driving in strong winds, winter driving, two-lane highways, gravel roads, and so on. [...] So the road system definitely needs a major overhaul. However, that is not an undertaking that can be completed overnight, and besides, it is entirely open to debate whether we want all those roads improved. More on that later. For now, at least, we must accept the sort of road system we have, and try our best to make our visitors aware of the main dangers and risks of motoring in Iceland, so that we can all stay safe."
Iceland
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Author : Sabine Baring-Gould
language : en
Publisher: Signal Books
Release Date : 2007
Iceland written by Sabine Baring-Gould and has been published by Signal Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Birds categories.
So begins Sabine Baring-Gould's account of his journey on horseback around Iceland in 1862. Aged twenty-eight, the young writer and teacher was fascinated by the tradition of the Icelandic sagas, and this was the catalyst for his adventure and the book that emerged from it. His voyage took him from the then tiny settlement of Reykjavik through remote and hostile terrain, passing through the empty expanse of Iceland's countryside. He observed mountains and glaciers, volcanoes and geysers, wondering at the wild beauty of the landscape. He also recorded the rich flora and fauna that he saw-and, to his chagrin, that his companions shot.
The Book Of The Settlement Of Iceland
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Author : Ari Thorgilsson (the Learned)
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1898
The Book Of The Settlement Of Iceland written by Ari Thorgilsson (the Learned) and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1898 with Iceland categories.
How To Live Icelandic
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Author : Nína Björk Jónsdóttir
language : en
Publisher: How to Live
Release Date : 2021-12-28
How To Live Icelandic written by Nína Björk Jónsdóttir and has been published by How to Live this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-28 with History categories.
The ultimate insider’s guide to Iceland, full of inspiration and ideas and how to's to help you experience the very best of Icelandic life, landscape, culture, style and art.
Iceland
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Author : Thor Thordarson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014
Iceland written by Thor Thordarson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with Geology categories.
The Iceland 'hotspot' is one of the key features of the North Atlantic Igneous Province and is the only place on Earth where the construction of such provinces may be observed directly. As such, it is an example of the formation of proto-continents earlier in the history of the Earth. Nowhere else is the volcanic and tectonic architecture of seafloor rifts better exposed. Large icecaps and extensive river systems reduce the volcanic pile at rapid rates, dispersing and forming thick sequences of sediments. For more than seven million years, Iceland has been at the boundary of major air and ocean masses and has been exposed to extreme climates. The effects of the climate on rock-forming processes are clearly illustrated by diverse sedimentary and volcanic successions, while there is an unequalled range of volcanic landforms from sub-aqueous and sub-aerial environments. For over a decade, this concise and authoritative field guide to an exceptional natural laboratory has been an essential companion for all those visiting Iceland to observe the Earth in action. Now in its second edition, the book has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest events and scientific understandings, and, for the first time, the book is presented with full color illustrations throughout. (Series: Classic Geology in Europe -- Vol. 3)~
A Summer In Iceland
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Author : Carl Wilhelm Paijkull
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1868
A Summer In Iceland written by Carl Wilhelm Paijkull and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1868 with Iceland categories.
Iceland
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Author : Tamra B. Orr
language : en
Publisher: Weigl Publishers
Release Date : 2019-08-01
Iceland written by Tamra B. Orr and has been published by Weigl Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Iceland is a land of contrasts. While Iceland has multiple hot springs, its land is covered in glaciers. Its dozens of active, fiery volcanoes are countered with cool, tumbling waterfalls. Learn about Iceland’s fascinating history, culture, geography, and more in Iceland, an Exploring Countries book.