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Modern-Day Icelanders and their Viking Past

Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored, looking at Iceland’s response to the 2008 financial crash. Read by Gunnar Cauthery.

Iceland and the part the Viking spirit played in the country's response to the 2008 financial crash.

In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist, Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery
Abridged by Richard Hamilton
Produced by Gemma Jenkins

15 minutes

Music

Birthday by The Sugarcubes

Melodia I by Johann Johannsson

Credits

Role Contributor
Reader Gunnar Cauthery
Producer Gemma Jenkins
Abridger Richard Hamilton
Author Michael Booth

Broadcasts

  • Tue 11 Feb 2014 09:45
  • Wed 12 Feb 2014 00:30
  • Tue 5 Feb 2019 14:45
  • Wed 6 Feb 2019 02:45

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