Iceland Wintertide [Paperback]

A unique rendering of Iceland in winter by a renowned award-winning photographer and writer, who examines Iceland in the context of climate change and how this has severely affected the country's iconic landscapes and way of life.Gold Winner of the 2022 IPPY Awards in EuropeBest Regional NonfictionWhen winter snows cover Iceland in a sea of white, this volcanic island is transformed into an enchanting visual masterpiece. Ironically, the white blanket reveals even more clearly the landscapes incredible geological formations, ever-changing atmospheric conditions, and remote human settlements, eliciting a natural human response of wonderment to a country that rests precariously on two tectonic plates in the North Atlantic Ocean just below the Arctic Circle.A small jewel of a book, Iceland Wintertide is a powerful coda to photographer David Freeses Trilogy of North American Waters as the threats and ramifications of a warming climate steadily increase worldwide but noticeably in Iceland. By showing us what humankind is on the brink of losing as seen in this unique and special place, his images inspire awareness and even action in the face of those who deny climate change only to protect their special interests.Au?ur Ava ?lafsd?ttir, the renowned novelist, poet, and playwright from Iceland, concludes the book with a heartfelt afterword, adding her voice to the persistent warnings and alarms that have gone unheeded worldwide by too many for too long. As a citizen of Iceland, her testimony is that of a compelling witness.A unique rendering of Iceland in winter by a renowned photographer and writer.This is a collectible small book with an affordable price point that will appeal to tourists and Icelanders alike (because of its subject and the bilingual edition).It deals with the highly relevant topic of climate change and how global warming is affecting Iceland severely.This is the fourth book by the renowned photographer David Freese, the book is elegantly designed and plÓ