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Jørn Riel

    July 23, 1931 – August 18, 2023

    Jørn Riel gained renown for his distinctive and often humorous perspective on life in the Far North. His stories and novels capture the raw reality, but also the absurdity and unexpected beauty of life in the Arctic. Riel masterfully works with language, creating unforgettable characters and exploring deep human desires and frailties in the face of harsh nature. His works offer a unique blend of adventure, philosophy, and keen observation of human nature.

    Jørn Riel
    Die Grönland-Saga
    Das Haus meiner Väter
    La vierge froide et autres racontars
    Im Land der Inuit
    Grönland Odyssee
    The Raiders
    • 2012

      Our trio are settled peacefully on Thor Gunnarrsson's farmstead in Greenland when Viking raiders arrive. Leiv, Apuluk and Narua must rely on their wits, their courage and their friendship to protect their new home.

      The Raiders