Eldsins ógn: Skaftáreldar og móðuharðindin

Skaftáreldar, the volcanic eruption in Lakagígar in 1783 - 1784, and the following "móðuharðindi" the ash impact the following years are the greatest natural catastrophe to happen in Iceland in historical times. Thousands of Icelanders lost their homes and fled across the country. The livestock death meant starvation and hunger for great number of the population. The response of the authorities was late and inadequate. 

All this history has interested author Illugi Jökulsson and in this book he brings the reader a comprehensive guide to these difficult times in Icelandic history. The result is a fascinating read with an introduction to many of the people that were affected by these difficult times. 

ISBN 9789979355847

Author Illugi Jökulsson

Publisher Mál og menning, 2026

Format Hardcover, 26 cm

Pages 360