About this title: "Laxness describes the popular reaction to an attempt by the U.S. to buy land for a nuclear base near Reykjavik. He contrasts corruption and decadence in the capital with the simple life of peasants in the north . . . Rich, lyrical prose, all expertly interpreted in the translation. Among the many vivid characters, the narrator stands out: her wit, pride, and simplicity bring to mind heroines like Jane Eyre..". -- Booklist
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Description: Good. 1983-Paperback---Used-Good. Hall Street Books proudly ships from Brooklyn, NY. All orders are processed and shipped within 24 hours, M-F. 100% money back No-Worry guarantee with expedited delivery and delivery confirmation available. read more
Binding: Hardback.
Publisher: Methuen & Co. Ltd. / London
Date Published: 1961
Description: Very good dust jacket with one small closed tear and lightly sunned jacket spine now in mylar cover. Very good condition. 201p. Previous owner's gift Inscription., Light foxing to front and back of inside boards. read more
Description: Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Second Chance Press
Date Published: 1982
ISBN-13:9780933256309ISBN:0933256302
Description: A former library book with the usual identifiers in a protective glossy dust jacket covering. Dust Jacket may have chips and close tears. -, Hard Cover, Very Good / Good. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: The Harvill Press
Date Published: 04/03/2004
ISBN-13:9780099455158ISBN:0099455153
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: The Harvill Press
Date Published: 04/03/2004
ISBN-13:9780099455158ISBN:0099455153
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: The Harvill Press
Date Published: 04/03/2004
ISBN-13:9780099455158ISBN:0099455153
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Vintage
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9780099455158ISBN:0099455153
Description: New. When the Americans make an offer to buy Icelandic land to build an atomic war base, a storm of protest is provoked. Told by a country girl from the north, this novel follows her experiences upon taking up employment as a maid in the house of her Membe... read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Second Chance Press
Date Published: 1982
ISBN-13:9780933256309ISBN:0933256302
Description: Good. Unless specifically noted to the contrary, item may contain library markings; 100% of this purchase will support literacy programs through a nonprofit organization! read more
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Description: New. When the Americans make an offer to buy Icelandic land to build an atomic war base, a storm of protest is provoked throughout the country and it is here that Laxness finds the catalyst for his story. Told by a country girl from the north the novel follows her experiences upon taking up employment as a maid in the house of her Member of Parliament. She finds herself in a world very different to that of her upbringing and, marvelling at the customs and behaviour of the people around her, ... read more
Description: New. Please note that deliveries to addresses in the UK and Europe will be in 4-14 business days. Other countries should refer to Alibris standard times. When the Americans make an offer to buy Icelandic land to build an atomic war base, a storm of protest is provoked throughout the country and it is here that Laxness finds the catalyst for his story. Told by a country girl from the north the novel follows her experiences upon taking up employment as a maid in the house of her Member of ... read more
Edition: First Thus
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Methuen
Date Published: 1961
Description: Good in Good jacket. Text neat and clean. Tight binding. Dustjacket is a bit soiled, but looks nice in mylar cover. Previous owners name inside. Normal wear, no major flaws. Good copy! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Permanent Press (NY)
Date Published: 1983-02
ISBN-13:9780933256316ISBN:0933256310
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