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*A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS CHOICE*"An impassioned, informative love letter to Iceland." New York Times Book Review"This compelling and highly readable book offers a thoughtprovoking examination of nature of belief itself" Bookpage, starred reviewIn exploring how Icelanders interact with natureand their idea that elves live among usNancy Marie Brown shows us how altering our perceptions of the environment can be a crucial first step toward saving it.Icelanders believe in elves.Why does that make you laugh?, asks Nancy Marie Brown, in this wonderfully quirky exploration of our interaction with nature. Looking for answers in history, science, religion, and artfrom ancient times to todayBrown finds that each discipline defines what is real and unreal, natural and supernatural, demonstrated and theoretical, alive and inert. Each has its own way of perceiving and valuing the world around us. And each discipline defines what an Icelander might call an elf.Illuminated by her own encounters with Iceland? Otherworldin ancient lava fields, on a holy mountain, beside a glacier or an erupting volcano, crossing the cold desert at the island? heart on horsebackLooking for the Hidden Folk offers an intimate conversation about how we look at and find value in nature. It reveals how the words we use and the stories we tell shape the world we see. It argues that our beliefs about the Earth will preserveor destroy it.Scientists name our time the Anthropocene: the Human Age. Climate change will lead to the mass extinction of numerous animal species unless we humans change our course. Iceland suggests a different way of thinking about the Earth, one that offers hope. Icelanders believe in elves and you should, too.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has two hundred eighty-eight pages. It provides an in-depth exploration of Icelandic culture and beliefs.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point five one inches in length, one point three inches in width, and eight point two seven inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Nancy Marie Brown. She is known for her insightful explorations of Icelandic folklore and nature.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the Travel genre. It combines elements of cultural exploration and environmental themes.
- Q: Is there any adult content in this book? A: No, this book does not contain adult content. It is suitable for a general audience interested in nature and culture.
- Q: How should I read this book? A: You can read this book at your own pace. It's suitable for anyone interested in Icelandic culture, folklore, and environmental issues.
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- Q: What if I want to gift this book? A: This book makes a great gift for those interested in travel and folklore. Consider wrapping it nicely for a special touch.
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- Q: Is there a sequel to this book? A: No, there is currently no sequel to this book. It stands alone as a unique exploration of Icelandic culture.