How Iceland Changed the World: The Big History of a Small Island

How Iceland Changed the World is a joyously peculiar book that takes readers on a captivating journey through the untold story of how one tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic has shaped the world for centuries.

From the moment a frustrated Viking captain and his useless navigator ran aground in the North Atlantic 1,200 years ago, Iceland became more than just a layover for the Arctic tern.

It became a nation whose diplomats, musicians, sailors, soldiers, volcanoes, and flowers quietly altered the globe forever. This book is not just a history lesson but an adventure that will take readers to the frontline of historic events, including the French Revolution, the Moon Landing, and the foundation of Israel.

With vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, How Iceland Changed the World paints a lively picture of just how this tiny nation has left its mark on the world.

So, grab your beach towel and get ready to discover the untold story of How Iceland Changed the World.