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Book A Smart Kids Guide to Interesting Iceland and Impressive Italy

Download or read book A Smart Kids Guide to Interesting Iceland and Impressive Italy written by Liam Saxon and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-05-12 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling children's author Liam Saxon is proud to presents TWO BOOKS IN ONE! Introducing "A Smart Kids Guide To INTERESTING ICELAND AND IMPRESSIVE ITALY." DOUBLE the fun, and DOUBLE the learning! This book uses captivating images and expertly written words to teach children about "INTERESTING ICELAND AND IMPRESSIVE ITALY" Perfect reading for any occasion and especially ideal for bed times, long journeys or for bonding with your child. Fun Filled Learning for Your Child (and you!) Every one of our books is lovingly researched, illustrated and put together to outstand, awe and inspire the reader. Our beautiful images help explain and enlighten each well-written fact. This book covers a range of exciting topics including: * INTRODUCTION: WHERE IS ICELAND? * IS ICELAND REALLY COVERED IN ICE? * WHAT IS THE CLIMATE LIKE IN ICELAND? * WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF ICELAND? * WHEN IS IT DAYLIGHT IN ICELAND? then * INTRODUCTION: WHERE IS ITALY? * HOW DID ITALY GET ITS NAME? * WHAT IS THE CLIMATE LIKE IN ITALY? * WHAT TYPES OF FOODS ARE TRADITIONAL TO ITALY? * TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ITALIAN PASTA! PLUS - SO MUCH MORE!! We loved compiling this book and even learned a few things along the way and hopefully you will too. Get this book at this SPECIAL PRICE exclusive to the Amazon Store. *** Your child will love it - this is guaranteed.***

Book A Smart Kids Guide to Iceland and Italy

Download or read book A Smart Kids Guide to Iceland and Italy written by Liam Saxon and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-06-13 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling children's author Liam Saxon is proud to presents TWO BOOKS IN ONE! Introducing "A Smart Kids Guide To ICELAND AND ITALY". DOUBLE the fun, and DOUBLE the learning! This book uses captivating images and expertly written words to teach children about "ICELAND AND ITALY" Perfect reading for any occasion and especially ideal for bed times, long journeys or for bonding with your child. Fun Filled Learning for Your Child (and you!) Every one of our books is lovingly researched, illustrated and put together to outstand, awe and inspire the reader. Our beautiful images help explain and enlighten each well-written fact. This book covers a range of exciting topics including: * INTRODUCTION: WHERE IS ICELAND? * IS ICELAND REALLY COVERED IN ICE? * WHAT IS THE CLIMATE LIKE IN ICELAND? * WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF ICELAND? * WHEN IS IT DAYLIGHT IN ICELAND? then * INTRODUCTION: WHERE IS ITALY? * HOW DID ITALY GET ITS NAME? * WHAT IS THE CLIMATE LIKE IN ITALY? * WHAT TYPES OF FOODS ARE TRADITIONAL TO ITALY? * TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ITALIAN PASTA! PLUS - SO MUCH MORE!! We loved compiling this book and even learned a few things along the way and hopefully you will too. Get this book at this SPECIAL PRICE exclusive to the Amazon Store. *** Your child will love it - this is guaranteed.***

Book A Smart Kids Guide to Impressive Iceland and Incredible Ireland

Download or read book A Smart Kids Guide to Impressive Iceland and Incredible Ireland written by Liam Saxon and published by . This book was released on 2018-08-29 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Smart Kids Guide presents: Impressive Iceland and Incredible Ireland Are your children curious about Impressive Iceland and Incredible Ireland? Would they like to know if Iceland is really covered in ice? Have they learnt what the climate in Iceland is like or what Irish coffee is? Inside this book, your children will begin a journey that will satisfy their curiosity by answering questions like these and many more! Impressive Iceland and Incredible Ireland will allow your child to learn more about the wonderful world in which we live, with a fun and engaging approach that will light a fire in their imagination. We're raising our children in an era where attention spans are continuously decreasing. A Smart Kids Guide provides a fun, and interactive way of keep your children engaged and looking forward to learn, with beautiful pictures, coupled with the amazing, fun facts. Get your kids learning today! Pick up your copy of A Smart Kids Guide To Impressive Iceland and Incredible Ireland book now! Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1- What Type of Government Does Iceland Have? Chapter 2- What Languages are Spoken in Iceland? Chapter 3- When is it Daylight in Iceland? Chapter 4- What is School Like for Icelandic Children? Chapter 5- What Sports are Popular in Iceland? Chapter 6- Tell Me a Little Bit About Icelandic History Chapter 7- Tell Me About the Icelandic Flag Chapter 8- What is the Capital of Iceland? Chapter 9- Is Iceland Really Covered in Ice? Chapter 10- Tell Me a Little About Icelandic People Chapter 11- What are Icelandic Landscapes Like? Chapter 12- What are Some Unique Natural Features in Iceland? Chapter 13- What is the Climate Like in Iceland? Chapter 14- What are the Northern Lights? Chapter 15- What are Some of Iceland's Innovative Energy Solutions? Chapter 16- What Kinds of Animals are Found in Iceland? Chapter 17- Why are There so Many Volcanoes in Iceland? Chapter 18- Tell Me a Little Bit About Ice Fields Chapter 19- Tell Me a Little Bit About Iceland's Mythologies Chapter 20- Tell Me a Little Bit about Ireland Chapter 21- Who were the Vikings? Chapter 22- What is Agriculture Like in Ireland? Chapter 23- What is the Significance of the Shamrock? Chapter 24- Who was St. Patrick? Chapter 25- Tell Me About the Game Called "Mr. Fox" Chapter 26- What is the Capital of Ireland? Chapter 27- Tell Me a Little Bit of Ireland's Interesting History Chapter 28- What is Ireland's Landscape Like? Chapter 29- What Languages are Spoken in Ireland? Chapter 30- What Type of Government Does Ireland Have? Chapter 31- Tell Me a Little Bit About Ireland's Animals Chapter 32- What are Some Traditional Irish Foods and Dishes? Chapter 33- What is Irish Coffee? Chapter 34- What is the History of Irish Storytelling? Chapter 35- Who are Some Famous Irish Storytellers? Chapter 36- Tell Me About Irish Faerie Tradition Chapter 37- What is St. Patrick's Day Like in Ireland? Chapter 38- What is St. Patrick's Cathedral? Chapter 39- Are There Any Other Famous Holidays That Come from Ireland? Chapter 40- The Place with the Longest Name in the World is in Ireland

Book A Smart Kids Guide to Interesting Iceland

Download or read book A Smart Kids Guide to Interesting Iceland written by Liam Saxon and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-04-16 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the Smart Kids Guide Series!Bestselling children's author Liam Saxon presents "A Smart Kids Guide To INTERESTING ICELAND". This book uses captivating images and expertly written words to teach children about a range of subjectsPerfect reading for any occasion and especially ideal for bed times, long journeys or for bonding with your child. Fun Filled Learning for Your Child (and you!)Every one of our books is lovingly researched, illustrated and put together to outstand, awe and inspire the reader. Our beautiful images help explain and enlighten each well-written fact. This book covers a range of exciting topics including: * INTRODUCTION: WHERE IS ICELAND?* IS ICELAND REALLY COVERED IN ICE?* WHAT IS THE CLIMATE LIKE IN ICELAND?* WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF ICELAND?* WHEN IS IT DAYLIGHT IN ICELAND?..and MUCH more!We loved making this book and even learned a few things along the way and hopefully you will too.Get this book at this SPECIAL PRICE exclusive to the Amazon Store.Your child will love it - this is guaranteed.PLEASE leave an honest review after reading this book! It REALLY helps us to understand what you would like to see and read about! Thank you.

Book Travel Bug Goes to Europe

    Book Details:
  • Author : Bobby Basil
  • Publisher : Independently Published
  • Release : 2019-04-30
  • ISBN : 9781096322238
  • Pages : 69 pages

Download or read book Travel Bug Goes to Europe written by Bobby Basil and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Save 50% off this color paperback 3 book collection! Teach your child about Italy, Paris, and Iceland with Travel Bug's #3 book collection! Travel Bug loves to explore the world and wants you to come along! He's like Peppa Pig--excited about the world and everything in it! In this book, Travel Bug explores Europe and teaches you about the exciting culture, history, and food of three very different places. From Italy's delicious food to Iceland's volcanoes, Travel Bug explains everything in a child friendly way. And kids feel part of the adventure with Travel Bug talking directly to them. ***Perfect for Preschoolers 3-5 years old!*** This color paperback book collection includes: "Travel Bug Goes to Italy" "Travel Bug Goes to Paris" "Travel Bug Goes to Iceland" Bright and colorful pictures kids will love Big pages perfect for kids to turn on their own Fun facts about Europe Easy to read words for kids 3 free books (just go to the website inside the book!) Buy the book and go on an adventure with Travel Bug today!

Book Rick Steves Iceland

    Book Details:
  • Author : Rick Steves
  • Publisher : Rick Steves
  • Release : 2020-04-28
  • ISBN : 1641712449
  • Pages : 588 pages

Download or read book Rick Steves Iceland written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 588 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hike vast glaciers, marvel at steaming volcanic lakes, and explore the land of the midnight sun: with Rick Steves, Iceland is yours to explore! Inside Rick Steves Iceland you'll find: Comprehensive itineraries that can be adapted for 24-hour layovers, 5-day visits, 2-week trips, and more, including the best road trips in Iceland from the Ring Road to the Golden Circle Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the stunning northern lights to hidden hikes and cozy bookstores How to connect with local culture: Soak in hidden hot springs, sample smoked fish, and chat with locals in moody and welcoming rural towns Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax Self-guided walking tours of lively Reykjavík and art and history museums and mile-by-mile scenic driving tours Detailed maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, an Icelandic phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Reykjavík, the Reykjanes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, the South Coast, the Westman Islands, West Iceland, The Ring Road, the East Fjords, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Iceland. Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Scandinavia or Rick Steves Northern European Cruise Ports.

Book A Kid s Guide to Iceland

Download or read book A Kid s Guide to Iceland written by Jack L. Roberts and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Kid's Guide to Iceland takes young readers (ages 9-12) on an exciting and colorful adventure to amazing Iceland and the Viking explorers who discovered it more than 1,000 years ago. The book helps today’s young explorers learn about Iceland’s fascinating history, geography, culture, wildlife, and more. The large format (8 1⁄2 x 11) includes dramatic full-color photos that help tell the story of Iceland and its people. Designed primarily for recreational, high-interest reading, the book is also a great resource for students to use to research geography topics or writing assignments."--

Book Iceland

    Book Details:
  • Author : Chris McNab
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2019-05-14
  • ISBN : 9781782747727
  • Pages : 224 pages

Download or read book Iceland written by Chris McNab and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-14 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore one of the most beautiful and little-known islands in the world. From the extraordinary Northern Lights to striking black sand beaches and geothermal pools; from rare bird life to deep-ocean whale watching; from fiery volcanoes to hot geysers -- the word 'geyser' itself comes from Icelandic -- this book is packed with 200 spectacular photographs that show every aspect of the country's geography in full-colour glory.

Book Listen   Learn Italian

Download or read book Listen Learn Italian written by Olga Ragusa and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This language-learning system offers the chance to quickly and efficiently develop the practical Italian needed for travel. 2 CDs with 90 minutes of material feature phrases and sentences spoken first in English and then in Italian, followed by a pause for repetition. The accompanying 80-page manual contains each word and phrase on the CDs.

Book Stunning Iceland

    Book Details:
  • Author : Bertrand Jouanne
  • Publisher : HarperCollins
  • Release : 2022-05-03
  • ISBN : 0063211955
  • Pages : 450 pages

Download or read book Stunning Iceland written by Bertrand Jouanne and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2022-05-03 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Go beyond the ordinary with this remarkable travelogue, guidebook, and coffee table keepsake filled with spectacular color photography that showcases Iceland’s stunning beauty and hidden gems, from its fjords and highlands to the Western Islands and the capital Reykjavik—the first entry in the Hedonist’s Guide travel series. Combining essential insider details, cultural information, must-see attractions, and detailed maps with glorious custom photography, Stunning Iceland is the ultimate handbook for modern nomads, including both savvy travelers and novice tourists. Designed for twenty-first century globetrotters, Stunning Iceland features stylish graphics and an elegant visual design, as well as a breakdown of must-visit places, thematic double-page photographic spreads to help you discover and understand the city, and walking routes to explore each district away from the crowds. Whether you prefer a more traditional visit or want to chart your own unique course, this user-friendly handbook includes everything you need—and more: Discover the charm of a luxury ecolodge surrounded by nature Meet the surfers of the Arctic Taste the new Nordic gastronomy Follow in the footsteps of the heroes of the Icelandic sagas Meet the polar fox and the blue whale Bathe in the natural hot springs Admire the Icelandic flora Learn about the battle between the tectonic plates beneath Iceland and its active volcanoes Experience Reykjavík, the nation’s beating heart Stunning Iceland offers inspiration and insight for armchair travelers and dreamers alike. Best of all, the gorgeous photography transforms the book into a keepsake that will transport you back to your favorite places and sights long after returning home. Experience Iceland as never before with the Hedonist’s Guide!

Book Icelandic Bird Guide

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jóhann Óli Hilmarsson
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2011
  • ISBN : 9789979332206
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Icelandic Bird Guide written by Jóhann Óli Hilmarsson and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Temporary European

    Book Details:
  • Author : Cameron Hewitt
  • Publisher : Travelers' Tales
  • Release : 2022-02-01
  • ISBN : 1609522052
  • Pages : 387 pages

Download or read book The Temporary European written by Cameron Hewitt and published by Travelers' Tales. This book was released on 2022-02-01 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Write guidebooks, make travel TV, lead bus tours? Cameron Hewitt has been Rick Steves’ right hand for more than 20 years, doing just that. The Temporary European is a collection of vivid, entertaining travel tales from across Europe. Cameron zips you into his backpack for engaging and inspiring experiences: sampling spleen sandwiches at a Palermo street market; hiking alone with the cows high in the Swiss Alps; simmering in Budapest’s thermal baths; trekking across an English moor to a stone circle; hand-rolling pasta at a Tuscan agriturismo; shivering through Highland games in a soggy Scottish village; and much more. Along the way, Cameron introduces us to his favorite Europeans. In Mostar, Alma demonstrates how Bosnian coffee isn’t just a drink, but a social ritual. In France, Mathilde explains that the true mastery of a fromager isn’t making cheese, but aging it. In Spain, Fran proudly eats acorns, but never corn on the cob. While personal, the stories also tap into the universal joy of travel. Cameron’s travel motto (inspired by a globetrotting auntie) is "Jams Are Fun"—the fondest memories arrive when your best-laid plans go sideways. And he encourages travelers to stow their phones and guidebooks, slow down, and savor those magic moments that arrive between stops on a busy itinerary. The stories are packed with inspiration and insights for your next trip, including how to find the best gelato in Italy, how to select the best produce at a Provençal market, how to navigate Spain’s confusing tapas scene, and how to survive the experience of driving in Sicily (hint: just go numb). And you’ll get a reality check for every traveler’s "dream job": researching and writing guidebooks; guiding busloads of Americans on tours around Europe; scouting and producing a travel TV show; and working with Rick Steves and his merry band of travelers. It’s a candid account of how the sausage gets made in the travel business—told with warts-and-all honesty and a sense of humor. For Rick Steves fans, or anyone who loves Europe, The Temporary European is inspiring, insightful, and fun.

Book How to Travel the World on  50 a Day

Download or read book How to Travel the World on 50 a Day written by Matt Kepnes and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-01-06 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *UPDATED 2017 EDITION* New York Times bestseller! No money? No problem. You can start packing your bags for that trip you’ve been dreaming a lifetime about. For more than half a decade, Matt Kepnes (aka Nomadic Matt) has been showing readers of his enormously popular travel blog that traveling isn’t expensive and that it’s affordable to all. He proves that as long as you think out of the box and travel like locals, your trip doesn’t have to break your bank, nor do you need to give up luxury. How to Travel the World on $50 a Day reveals Nomadic Matt’s tips, tricks, and secrets to comfortable budget travel based on his experience traveling the world without giving up the sushi meals and comfortable beds he enjoys. Offering a blend of advice ranging from travel hacking to smart banking, you’ll learn how to: * Avoid paying bank fees anywhere in the world * Earn thousands of free frequent flyer points * Find discount travel cards that can save on hostels, tours, and transportation * Get cheap (or free) plane tickets Whether it’s a two-week, two-month, or two-year trip, Nomadic Matt shows you how to stretch your money further so you can travel cheaper, smarter, and longer.

Book A Goomba s Guide to Life

    Book Details:
  • Author : Steven R. Schirripa
  • Publisher : Crown
  • Release : 2010-06-23
  • ISBN : 0307528936
  • Pages : 196 pages

Download or read book A Goomba s Guide to Life written by Steven R. Schirripa and published by Crown. This book was released on 2010-06-23 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Attention would-be paesans: Can’t distinguish “gabagool” from “pasta fazool”? Not sure how to properly accessorize your track suit with gold chains? Does the phrase “go to the mattresses” make you sleepy? Now Steven R. Schirripa, The Sopranos’ own Bobby Bacala, exposes the inner mysteries of this unique Italian-American hybrid in A Goomba’s Guide to Life so that anyone can walk, talk, and live like a guy “from the neighborhood.” Über-goomba Steve Schirripa shows how being a goomba made him what he is today, offering lessons learned on his own journey from Bensonhurst to Vegas, and to his current gig as Bobby Bacala on one of TV’s most popular shows. Along the way, he shares secrets that will help you get in touch with your own inner goomba. You’ll learn what music to enjoy (Sinatra, yes; Snoop Dogg, no), what movies to watch (Raging Bull, yes; Titanic, never), which sports to follow (baseball is good; golf and tennis, fuhgeddaboudit), and even tips on goomba etiquette. Ever wonder how a real goomba gets the best seat in the house? (Hint: It involves tipping, jewelry, and intimidation.) Schirripa even includes goomba do’s and don’ts (never, ever criticize a goomba’s mother or her gravy; always wear more jewelry than you think you need). With knockout photographs of Schirripa and his compares, and insider information on how to think goomba, speak goomba, cook and eat goomba, and even how to behave at goomba weddings and funerals, A Goomba’s Guide to Life will show any wiseguy wannabe how to sing like a Soprano.

Book Silent Running

Download or read book Silent Running written by Robyn K. Schneider and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Running is a way of life for the Schneider family, but for them, it's about much more than fitness and competition. Silent Running: Our Family's Journey to the Finish Line with Autism is the story of how running saved their lives. At 21 months old, identical twin brothers Alex and Jamie were diagnosed with autism. It was 1992, a time when autism was far from a household word, before online autism forums and advocacy groups even existed. Robyn and her husband Allan were heartsick, but determined to find a cure for their sons, and thus their journey into the world of autism began. But soon it was clear that both Alex and Jamie had severe autism and would most likely not be cured. In Silent Running, Robyn Schneider takes readers on an intimate journey from a double diagnosis of autism, through many years of heartache, to a place of joy. Silent Running is a story of unrelenting love, of parents who never stop chasing after the silver lining, intent on finding happiness for their sons. And find happiness they do—in running. In Schneider's moving memoir, readers see Alex and Jamie transformed through running, their lives enriched. And eventually they reach a place where running, rather than autism, defines them. Along the journey, both Robyn and Allan face their own personal challenges. Allan begins running to help manage his symptoms of multiple sclerosis, and Robyn, while undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer, laces up her own running shoes, determined to run her way to recovery—for her family and for herself. And she hasn't stopped. Despite their incredible daily challenges, Alex and Jamie have now run in almost 150 mainstream races, including nine marathons. And Robyn and Allan have been right there, either cheering for or running alongside their sons. In Silent Running, Robyn Schneider shares her family's remarkable story of triumph in the face of enormous hurdles, and the passion that has fueled their fight. It is an extraordinary and ins

Book Sophie s World

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jostein Gaarder
  • Publisher : Farrar, Straus and Giroux
  • Release : 2007-03-20
  • ISBN : 1466804270
  • Pages : 735 pages

Download or read book Sophie s World written by Jostein Gaarder and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2007-03-20 with total page 735 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A page-turning novel that is also an exploration of the great philosophical concepts of Western thought, Jostein Gaarder's Sophie's World has fired the imagination of readers all over the world, with more than twenty million copies in print. One day fourteen-year-old Sophie Amundsen comes home from school to find in her mailbox two notes, with one question on each: "Who are you?" and "Where does the world come from?" From that irresistible beginning, Sophie becomes obsessed with questions that take her far beyond what she knows of her Norwegian village. Through those letters, she enrolls in a kind of correspondence course, covering Socrates to Sartre, with a mysterious philosopher, while receiving letters addressed to another girl. Who is Hilde? And why does her mail keep turning up? To unravel this riddle, Sophie must use the philosophy she is learning—but the truth turns out to be far more complicated than she could have imagined.

Book How Iceland Changed the World

    Book Details:
  • Author : Egill Bjarnason
  • Publisher : Icon Books
  • Release : 2021-06-03
  • ISBN : 1785787667
  • Pages : 288 pages

Download or read book How Iceland Changed the World written by Egill Bjarnason and published by Icon Books. This book was released on 2021-06-03 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: '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