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Names for the Sea

Strangers in Iceland
By Sarah Moss
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Names for the Sea by Sarah Moss offers a vivid account of her year living in Iceland amidst its unique culture and striking landscapes. As an academic adjusting to life in Reykjavik, she encounters the challenges of adapting to societal differences and the stunning beauty of the natural environment. This travel memoir blends personal narrative with observations on Icelandic life, capturing the essence of this captivating country.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the experiences of living in a culturally unique and remote place like Iceland. With a blend of personal narrative and immersive environment descriptions, it offers insights into society, landscape, and the challenges of adapting to a new world. If you cherish storytelling that captures the essence of travel and adventure, this book provides a captivating journey.

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Names for the Sea

Novelist Sarah Moss's compelling account of living in Iceland with two small children, in the wake of the financial crisis and in the year the volcano erupted.

Novelist Sarah Moss's compelling account of living in Iceland with two small children, in the wake of the financial crisis and in the year the volcano erupted

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At the height of the financial crisis in 2009, Sarah Moss and her husband moved with their two small children to Iceland. From their makeshift home among the half-finished skyscrapers of Reykjavik, Moss explores the extraordinary landscape of Iceland.

She travels to hillsides of boiling mud and volcanic craters, and visits the remote farms and fishing villages of the far north. She witnesses the splendour of the northern lights and the migrations of birds, while gradually adapting to a new way of living with her family.

Names for the Sea captures this unique experience, offering readers a glimpse into the stark beauty and cultural richness of Iceland during a time of global upheaval.

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Names for the Sea by Sarah Moss has been praised for its engaging and beautifully written exploration of Iceland's unique culture and landscapes. Reviewers appreciate Moss's insightful, witty, and perceptive narrative, which balances her personal experiences with broader observations of Icelandic society. The book is noted for its honest and humorous portrayal of the challenges and surprises of living in a foreign land, making it a delightful read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847084163

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 258g

Pages: 368

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Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction Sarah Moss Travel & Adventure

About the Author

Sarah Moss was educated at Oxford University and is currently an Associate Professor of Creative Writing at the University of Warwick. She is the author of two novels; Cold Earth, and Night Waking, which was selected for the Fiction Uncovered Award in 2011, and the co-author of Chocolate: A Global History. She spent 2009-10 as a visiting lecturer at the University of Reykjavik.

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