Book · 2022
Under the Glacier
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I finally finished do want to mention briefly again hdor laxus's novel under the glacier which is sort of linked to the other book.
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Under the Glacier is a humorous novel by Halldór Laxness that follows an emissary sent by the bishop of Iceland to investigate a peculiar small town. The book was a frequent subject of discussion on The Book Review podcast by John Williams, who documented his reading journey across multiple episodes. He initially mentioned starting the thinner novel by the author, noting its witty narrative and unusual premise, and subsequently provided updates as he continued making his way through the text. Later, he formally concluded his thoughts on the novel, linking it in conversation to other reading selections he was exploring at the time. These recurring mentions highlighted the engaging and eccentric nature of the storytelling, drawing listeners into the unique atmosphere of the Icelandic setting. Through these updates, the book was presented as an entertaining and rewarding discovery for readers interested in international fiction and classic satirical narratives, earning a steady spot in the podcast's ongoing literary chats.
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John Williams I finally finished do want to mention briefly again hdor laxus's novel under the glacier which is sort of l… 3
“I finally finished do want to mention briefly again hdor laxus's novel under the glacier which is sort of linked to the other book”
“So I'm still making my way through hdor laxes under the glacier which I mentioned last week and I'm really enjoying it”
“so I started a thinner book of his called under the glacier which is a a very funny novel about the bishop of Iceland sending this Emissary to a small town”