Icelandic author Arnaldur Indridason has reached a remarkable milestone, selling over 20 million copies of his books globally. With 1,500 editions published in 44 different languages, Indridason stands as a literary titan, unmatched by any other Icelandic writer in terms of sales.
Today, on November 1st, he celebrates the release of his 28th book, The Journey’s End, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary literature. Journey’s End is a captivating historical novel drawn from the extraordinary life of the national poet Jonas Hallgrimsson and the strange events that unfolded in his home valley during his youth, in the early parts of the 19th century.
The story offers a fresh and powerful perspective on the poet and the society that nurtured him, capturing the contrasts between the vibrant city life abroad and the impoverished countryside of northern Iceland. Those opposing worlds shaped both the man and his works, making for a story of varied fortunes and fleeting luck that is both poignant and profound.
Indridason’s compelling narratives continue to captivate readers around the world, making him a true ambassador of Icelandic storytelling, both in crime and in fiction.
