Lad And Lass: A Story Of Life In Iceland

By Jón Thoroddsen

Book Overview

Lad and Lass: A Story of Life in Iceland is a novel written by Jon Thoroddsen and originally published in 1890. The story is set in Iceland and follows the lives of two young people, a boy named Sigurdur (Lad) and a girl named Helga (Lass). The book explores their experiences growing up in a rural Icelandic community, their relationships with their families and friends, and their struggles and triumphs as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood.Throughout the novel, the reader is immersed in the rich culture and traditions of Iceland, including its folklore, history, and landscape. The harsh realities of life in a remote and isolated community are also vividly portrayed, from the difficulties of farming and fishing to the impact of natural disasters like volcanic eruptions and harsh winters.Despite the challenges they face, Sigurdur and Helga are resilient and determined, and their friendship and eventual romance provide a heartwarming and inspiring narrative. The book is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of community, and offers a fascinating glimpse into a unique and fascinating culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104184125
• ISBN13: 9781104184124
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"