Bjartur, a sheep farmer has just finished an eighteen year servitude and looks forward to living and working for himself and enjoying his freedom but when his daughter decides to exercise her freedom it leads to a battle of wills between father and daughter.
Traces the history of Iceland from the earliest times to the present. Includes information on the geography, political institutions, economy, and culture of the country. Contains a timeline of significant historical events, and biographical sketches of important people in Iceland.
Set against Iceland's stark landscape, Hannah Kent brings to vivid life the story of Agnes, who, charged with the brutal murder of her former master, is sent to an isolated farm to await execution. Horrified at the prospect of housing a convicted murderer, the family at first avoids Agnes."--Provided by publisher.
Text and photographs present the home, work, school, recreation, and day-to-day activities of the Finnsson family who lives on a farm near Reykjavik, Iceland.
Provides a brief history of the country and describes city and town life, industry, holidays, notable Icelanders, religion, and Iceland's role in the modern world.
An introduction to Iceland, providing information on the country's geography, history, culture, landmarks, wildlife, people, politics, and more, with maps, graphs, and a time line.
In tenth-century Norway, sixteen-year-old Ran is rescued from certain death by the blind musician, Toki, and, after becoming his wife, travels with him to Iceland where they attempt to start a new life far from the enemies that pursue them.
