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Halldór Laxness

1902–1998

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Halldór Laxness (1902–1998) was an Icelandic writer and Nobel laureate, renowned for his epic novels that explored the national identity, history, and the human condition with a distinctive blend of social commentary, mythology, and realism. His work often championed the common people and critiqued societal injustices, establishing him as a towering figure in 20th-century literature.

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The Great Mother from Norway (Sjálfstætt fólk)
Independent People
The Fish Can Sing
Iceland's Bell
The Atom Station
Paradise Reclaimed
Nobel Prize acceptance speech

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