- Amazing Iceland
Unique photograps, in this book show the various faces of Iceland, are taken in many parts of the country, in different seasons and varying conditions of light and weather, warmth and coldness, that characterizes the amazing island of Iceland.
- The Beautiful Flying Whale and the Tale of the Little Galaxy
The story tells of the flying whale that flies up every evening from his home in Whale Fjord, to see how the children are getting along. This delightful tale is ideal for children aged 3 to 7.
- Bird watching
Brief description of all Icelandic breeding birds, as well as many vagrants and passage migrants. In English and German.
- A Birth of a Nation
A history of Iceland is from the settlement in the late ninth century until the end of the Old Commonwealth in 1262.
- The Bread of Life by Halldor Laxness
A Icelandic novel about a dependable young servant girl who loses her way on the heathlands of the country parish where she has lived all her life. Her individual struggle is set against the background of a farming community that simply will not change and give way to the new age.
- A Brief History of Iceland
This book gives a concise, clear and vivid overview of Icelandic history through these centuries, the main events, the people and their way of life, in times of degradation and natural disaster.
- The Changing Earth and Selected Poems
Novella and a selection of poetry by Ólafur Jóhann Sigurdsson, winner of the Nordic Council Literary Award in 1976.
- The Churches of Iceland
An informative and accessible introduction to ecclesiastical art and architecture in Iceland by the Rev. Gunnar Kristjánsson, with detailed discussion of 24 churches.
- The Coast of Iceland
A comprehensive survey of aspects of Icelandic nature, covering the world of Iceland's shores, the border between the ocean and the land.
- Cooking books
First book is with a selection of easy-to prepare traditional favourites and the other book contains how Icelandic seafood dishes prepared in a variety of delectable ways.
- Dialogues with the Viking Age
This book contains an introduction to, and a critical discussion of the Sagas of the Icelanders, otherwise known as the Icelandic Family Sagas.
- The Exotic North
A breathtaking study of Icelandic landscape in full colour by Max Schmid, one of Europe's foremost nature photographers.
- Exploring Iceland Through Its STAMPS
A storehouse of fascinating information on Iceland and its stamps - a must for all collectors.
- Flowers on the Roof
Let me tell you about a granny I know, Granny Gunn. She used to live in the country, in a old farmhouse with grass and flowers on the roof. Then she moved into town with everything she owned except her animals.
- From the Summer Sea
A beautiful photobook from the Westman Islands, just south of Iceland by Mrs Olafia Ásmundsdottir.
- Geology of Iceland
Two books about the Geology of Iceland. Availiable in English and German.
- Geology and Volcanos in Iceland
Two books about geology in Iceland. In the first book the reader is guided through the geological history of Iceland and in the other tells the history of Icelandic history of Icelandic volcanism. In English and German.
- Geysers and Hot Springs in Iceland
Geysers and Hot Springs in Iceland examines nearly all of the country's larger and more important springs, interesting thermally active areas and the origins and history of geysers and hot springs.
- The Ghost of My Jón
This is the story of an old woman who traps her dying husband's ghost in a bag and carries it off to heaven. It is a comic folk tale, full of exaggerated characters and plain home truths.
- The Giants of the Golden Forest
The Land of the Golden Forest is a beautiful place where the fruits on the tree glow like gold. Fairy tales can have very surprising endings and who knows what's in store for the unhappy princess.
- The Heart of the North - Akureyri and the Eyjafjördur Region
Shadowed by mountatins and valleys, reflected by the waters of a long and inviting fjord, life in the Eyjafjordur region and its principal town of Akureyri thrives and flourishes, belying its location just below the Arctic Circle.
- High Days and Holidays in Iceland
The characteristics of a nation are not least expressed in its festivals and holidays. Nature, folklore, religious beliefs, socio-economic factors and history combine to create a nation's individual customs and celebrations, which mark the passing of seasons and years.
- History of Iceland
A book which spans the whole history of the Icelandic nation. A lively and absorbing account of the events, personalities and ideas that have shaped the heritage and destiny of the Icelandic nation.
- Iceland: Aerials
Thirty magnificent aerial photographs of Iceland. In English, German and Icelandic. Photographer Klaus Francke has won international acclaim for his photographs of Iceland.
- Iceland - Country - Nature - Contrast
In these three books you will find beautiful pictures from spectacular landscape in Iceland, pictures from Icelanders daily life, pictures of glaciers, volcanic eruptions, geothermal areas and lot more.
- Iceland - Country and People
A small but convenient handbook containing a wealth of information for anyone interested in Iceland.
- Iceland the Enchanted
The treasures of Icelandic nature in a beautiful book. A survey of geological history and Iceland's place in the history of the Earth and a describtion of seventy places from various parts of Iceland.
- Iceland - Life and Nature on a North Atlantic Island
Fresh, vibrant photographs and lively accessible text combine to portray the extraordinary contrasts of Icelandic nature, the country's wildlife, culture and history, and the Icelandic people at work and play.
- Iceland - Magical Country
A high quality book of specially selected places in Iceland, both natural and historical places, places like Thingvellir, Hornstrandir, Myvatn, Kverkfjoll, Jokulsa a Breidamerkursandi, Skaftafell.
- Iceland - Nature's Meeting Place
A handy wildlife guide to Iceland by British zoologist Mark Carwardine, lavishly illustrated in full colour and packed with accessible information on Iceland's flora, fauna and geology.
- Iceland from Past to Present
A detailed survey of Iceland throughout the ages. While mainly focusing on the history and culture of Iceland in the broadest sense, the book also discusses in depth the revolutionary developments that have taken place in Icelandic industry and society.
- Iceland - Reflecions at Dawn
Photographs by Ińaki Relanzón and text by Hólmfríđur Matthíasdóttir. In this book Iceland´s natural environment is depicted in unique photographs which the imagination will be tempted to interpret further.
- Iceland - The Surprising Island of the North Atlantic
Magnificent colour photographs of Iceland and the Icelandic way of life. Available in English, German, French, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian and Dutch.
- The Iceland Traveller
A fascinating selection from the writings of 15 travellers in Iceland from the late 18th to the late 19th century.
- Iceland: The Warm Country of the North
A beautiful collection of 75 colour photographs showing Icelandic nature and the Icelanders at work and play.
- Iceland's Treasured Gift of Nature
Some of the country's natural treasures have been beautifully portrayed by photographer Páll Stefánsson. Accompanied by a highly descriptive commentary, the book is a souvenir of some of the more unusual and constantly evolving natural wonders of Iceland.
- Icelandic Bird Guide
An identification guide to Icelandic birds. Over 500 photographs and diagrams. Order, family habits and identifying features of Icelandic birds, etc. In English and German.
- Icelandic Folk and Fairy Tales
An excellent selection from the rich folklore of Iceland, containing many famous old stories that have lived with the Icelandic nation for centuries.
- The Icelandic horse
Two books about the horses in Iceland. In the first book celebrates the unique qualities that have made this breed revered by horse enthusiasts around the world. and in the other specifies the features of the Icelandic horse, as well as the lifestyle it has generated for people of all ages. In English and German.
- The Icelandic Sheepdog
This book is a real treat for lovers of the Iceland Sheepdog. More than 45 individuals breeding the Icelandic Sheepdog are listed.
- Icelandic Trolls
A beautifully illustrated childrens book. For centuries, the mountain trolls used to inspire terror in the hearts of the Icelandic people. Nowadays, however, little is heard from these beings, and the old terror seems to have changed to puzzled curiosity.
- Icelandic Whales - Past and Present
This book covers the 23 species of whales that have been seen off the coasts of Iceland, presenting their main characteristics in words and pictures. Availiable in English and German.
- Independent People by Halldor Laxness
Halldor Laxness´s splendid achievement in this timeless, elemental masterpiece, wich was one of the works for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1955.
- Kjarval - A Painter of Iceland
An intimate account of Iceland's most universally popular painter, Jóhannes S. Kjarval (1885-1972), by Adalsteinn Ingólfsson and Matthías Johannessen, with 60 colour reproductions of his work.
- Die Küche Islands
This is a small, practical book written in German containing instructions on how to cook traditional Icelandic recipes with the ingredients found in most western countries.
- Land of Light
A grand book of Icelandic landscape photographs, with full-page pictures of the country and its capital by nature photographer Haukur Snorrason.
- Landscapes
Outstandingly beautiful photographs by one of Iceland's leading photographers, taken all over the country and in the central interior, at places which are renowned for their natural beauty and other, less familiar landscapes.
- Land
Photobook by one of Iceland's most celebrated landscape photographers. It is a highly personal vision of the Icelandic landscape, capturing its extraordinary beauty and diversity.
- Leifur Eiríksson and Vinland the Good
The story of the Nordic discovery of America, named "Vínland" by the discoverers, around the year AD 1000 has been preserved for a millennium in medieval Icelandic manuscripts.
- Líneik and Laufey
A fairy tale sory about a handsome young prince, a beautiful princess and a wicked and ruthless stepmother. But as in all the best fairy tale everything turns out well and good wins over evil.
- Mein Islandpferd
Nahe am Polarkreis grasen die Lämmer und Mutterschafe in Island den ganzen Sommer über in den Bergen. Unten im Tal bereiten sich Margrét und ihr neues Pferd Perla auf ihre ersten réttir vor.
- Memories of Reykjavík
A book which celebrates the charm and colourful appearance of the mountain-adorned, bay-set capital city of Iceland. The book focuses on some of the city's most memorable sites and places.
- Milestones in Icelandic History
It might be a small country but history is certainly larger than life. From Viking settlement to legalised beer drinking some of the most dramatic events in the story of Iceland's past.
- N. Tryggvadóttir - Serenity and Power
Aview of Nina Tryggvadóttir (1913-68), one of Iceland's most prominent abstract artists, by Hrafnhildur Schram.
- Naive and Fantastic Art in Iceland
The first study ever published on Iceland's naive artists - hitherto an unexplored field of artistic studies.
- The natural colours of the Iceland Horse
This book is a real treat for lovers of the Iceland horse, showing eighty-five different variations of colour known in this unique breed. In three languages.
- The New Icelandic Cookbook
Classic Icelandic recipes along with new dishes made of natural ingredient from land and sea. Easy healthy recipes.
- North of War
A novel, by Indridi G. Thorsteinsson, about the relations between Icelanders and foreign military personnel in Iceland during World War II.
- Panorama
Anyone who has ever travelled in Iceland has surely left with a desire to one day return. Breathtaking photographs of Iceland.
- Passport to Iceland
The Passport is a 32-page book, about the size of the average passport, packed with interesting and accessible information about Iceland and the Icelanders and many more.
- Photo Album Series
A series of compact photo albums with text in twelve languages. F.ex. The Golden Circle, Reykjavík, Westmann Islands, Icelandic horse etc.
- Reykjanes - A Gateway to Iceland
The Reykjanes peninsula of southwest Iceland is a region that enchants, inspires and surprises. It is a paradise for geologists and those interested in its diverse natural phenomena.
- Reykjavík - A city for all seasons
An excellent book of photographs especially designed for tourists. In English, German and French.
- Die Riesin im Steinboot - Im Märchenland Island
Island, das kleine Land der Gletscher, Vulkane, Wasserfälle und Geysire am Nordrand der bewohnten Welt, hat sich seit der Frühzeit der alten Wikinger seine einzigartige Welt der Sagen und Märchen erhalten.
- Saga Series: Saga Treasures
Seven volumes of selected stories from classical Icelandic Saga literature, translated into English.
- Sculptor - An Edda in Shapes and Symbols
A profile of Ásmundur Sveinsson (1893-1982), a pioneer of modern sculpture in Iceland, who drew inspiration from folk culture, myth and everyday life.
- A Showcase of Icelandic National Treasures
A splendid survey of Icelandic arts and artifacts from the settlement to the 19th century.
- Skaftafell National Park
A book about the Skaftafell National Park in Iceland. This book contains great pictures from the National park and a descriptive text about the park.
- Some Icelandic Recipes
The object of this little book is to fill a need expressed by many visitors to Iceland who have been interested in acquainting themselves with new and traditional Icelandic dishes.
- The Stone Tear
It is a common belief in Iceland that trolls turn into stone if the sun shines on them. That is why a small troll boy must take good care. Even his tears turn into stone as soon as the sun rises. A modern-day fairy tale.
- The Story of Gýpa
This is the story of a girl who was always hungry. One day she ate everything that was in her bowl, and ate the bowl as well. Then she went out to look for more to eat but finally she ate to much.
- The Story of Prince Hlini
The Icelandic fairy tale, The Story of Prince Hlini, is a national favorite in its home country.
- A Taste of Iceland
The recipes in this book are all based on ingredients from the nature of Iceland, the land and the sea, coasts, rivers and lakes.
- Thingvellir, Iceland's National Shrine
The history of the Althing, with a brief account of how this marvel of nature was formed and reformed through volcanic activity before and since the settlement of Iceland.
- Three Modern Icelandic Poets
Poems by Steinn Steinarr - Jón úr Vör - Matthías Johannessen. The poems are selected and translated by Marshall Brement, former US Ambassador to Iceland.
- Treasures of Icelandic Verse
Icelandic poets have always found inspiration in their country's nature, and the symbiosis of man and nature is a leitmotif of Icelandic verse. In this book, many of the most exquisite poems by Iceland's leading poets of the last two centuries have been collected.
- Under the Glacier by Halldor Laxness
A Icelandic novel about A youthful emissary of the Bishop of Iceland travels to the beautiful and mysterious district of Snćfellsnes, to investigate the affairs of the parish and its enigmatic pastor.
- The Vinland Millenium
The Vinland Millennium deals with the discoveries made in the New World by Nordic seafarers around the year 1000, in particular by Leif the Lucky, Thorvald Eiriksson and Thorfinn Karlsefni.
- Visions of Iceland
Scenes and Surprises from Land and Sea. Visions of Iceland is an attractive pictorial profile of Iceland.
- Waterfalls - Poetry in Motion
Few natural phenomena are as fascinating as Iceland's unsurpassed waterfalls. Unrivalled photocollection of Icelandic waterfalls and each waterfall is accompanied by an informative essay.
- The West Fjords - The Westernmost Point of Europe
For centuries, life there revolved around harvesting the ocean and waging continous battle with the forces of nature.
- Whales and Whale Watching in Iceland
Book about whales and whale watching off the coast of Iceland. The book combines striking photographs and a informative text to describe the characteristics and behaviour of the whales found in Icelandic waters. Availiable in English and German.
- Where Nature Shines
An excellent book of photographs especially designed for tourists. Photographs by Sigurgeir Sigurjónsson and text by Ari Trausti Guđmundsson.
- The World of Moving Water
An excellent book of photographs especially designed for tourists. Photographs by Sigurgeir Sigurjónsson and text by Ari Trausti Guđmundsson.
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