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Jón Gnarr

    January 2, 1967

    Jón Gnarr is an Icelandic artist whose creative journey spans from stand-up comedy and acting to unexpected political engagement. With humor and a distinctive style, he explores themes of childhood, learning, and societal challenges, often drawing from his personal experiences with dyslexia and ADHD. His satirical approach to politics, embodied in the formation of a political party, offered a fresh perspective on power structures. Gnarr's legacy lies in his unique ability to merge artistic expression with political activism, inspiring reflection on conventional norms.

    Jón Gnarr
    Ako som sa stal starostom Reykjavíku a chcel zmeniť svet
    Indianer und Pirat
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    Indjáninn
    Der Outlaw
    Gnarr! How I became the mayor of a large city in Iceland and changed the world
    • 2014

      Following the collapse of the Icelandic banking system in 2008, comedian Jn Gnarr was inspired to invent a political party and run for mayor of Reykjavik. He decided to satirise the current political parties and instead promised voters that he wanted to make their lives more fun. In this entertaining memoir Gnarr recounts his experiences with admirable candour, describing his career, his visions and the mistakes he made, while also sharing some lessons from his campaign and his time in office.

      Gnarr! How I became the mayor of a large city in Iceland and changed the world