Halldór Laxness

Halldór Laxness

author Iceland

Halldór Laxness was a celebrated Icelandic novelist and the only Icelandic Nobel laureate in literature, awarded in 1955. His impactful works explore themes of identity, nature, and social issues, greatly influencing Icelandic literature and culture.

Born on Apr 23, 1902 (123 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
657
Power
46$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Iceland 3 8.00 0.18% +10% 341,243 657 $24,000 46$
Totals 3 341,243 657 $24,000 46$
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Iceland Iceland: Halldór Laxness is a renowned author who discussed his views on music and poetry in an interview. 7

Morgunblaðið: Hundurinn steinþagði allan tímann

Iceland Iceland: Halldór Laxness is mentioned by Eiríkur as an author whose books are suitable gifts for anyone. 7

Morgunblaðið: Bækur persónulegar útskriftargjafir

Iceland Iceland: Halla praised Halldór Laxness for receiving the Nobel Prize in 1955 for renewing Icelandic storytelling. 9

Morgunblaðið: Konungurinn bauð upp á ætiþistla og regnbogasilung