"A spirited eighty-year-old Icelandic woman reflects on her life as she lies alone in a garage in Reykjavik, waiting to die"--|cProvided by publisher
Hallgrímur Helgason Book order
February 18, 1959
Hallgrímur Helgason is an Icelandic author whose work is characterized by a distinctive voice and a profound connection to his homeland. His writing frequently delves into the complexities of human nature and cultural identity, approached with a unique brand of humor and keen observation. Helgason's style is energetic and linguistically rich, offering readers an engaging and memorable literary experience. He is recognized for his ability to capture the spirit of Iceland and its people.
- 2018
- 2012
When assassin Tomislav Bokšić, or Toxic, kills the wrong person in a botched assassination, he flees to Iceland and is forced to come to terms with his bloody past and reevaluate his future in a country with no tradition of contract killing.
- 2002
101 Reykjavik
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Hlynur Björn is an Icelandic slacker who spends his time on the Internet, watching daytime television and generally gawping at girls in pubs. Imagine his surprise when his mum comes out as a lesbian and her Spanish girlfriend moves into the family home.
