Agnes Magnúsdóttir

Agnes Magnúsdóttir

historical figure Iceland

Agnes Magnúsdóttir is a historical figure and the subject of Hannah Kent's debut novel, 'Burial Rites', which tells the tragic story of her execution for murder in 1830 Iceland. Agnes is portrayed as a complex character, exploring themes of isolation and societal judgment.

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Australia Australia: Hannah Kent became fascinated with the story of Agnes Magnúsdóttir, who was executed for murder in 1830. 7

The Sydney Morning Herald: Always Home, Always Homesick, by Hannah Kent, revisits the author’s time in Iceland