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Secrets of the Sprakkar: Iceland's Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World
Secrets of the Sprakkar: Iceland's Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World
Secrets of the Sprakkar: Iceland's Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World
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Secrets of the Sprakkar: Iceland's Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World

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THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER!

Discover the awe-inspiring stories of Iceland's extraordinary women who are revolutionizing the world 

This captivating book takes you on a remarkable journey through the stunning landscapes of Iceland while shining a spotlight on the remarkable achievements and untold secrets of its influential women.

Uncover the hidden resilience, strength, and determination of these trailblazing women as they challenge societal norms, break barriers, and spearhead groundbreaking initiatives across various fields. From pioneering environmental activists to innovative entrepreneurs, groundbreaking scientists to visionary artists, this book showcases the remarkable contributions and impact these women have made on a global scale.

Through meticulous research and intimate interviews, First Lady of Iceland Eliza Reid uncovers the captivating stories of these fearless women, delving into their personal triumphs, struggles, and the strategies they employed to overcome obstacles. Experience their triumphs, learn from their setbacks, and be inspired by their indomitable spirit.

Secrets of the Sprakkar celebrates the indelible mark these women have left on Iceland's history and offers a fresh perspective on the challenges women face worldwide. 

"Secrets of the Sprakkar is a fascinating window into what a more gender-equal world could look like, and why it's worth striving for. Iceland is doing a lot to level the playing field: paid parental leave, affordable childcare, and broad support for gender equality as a core value. Reid takes us on an exploration not only around this fascinating island, but also through the triumphs and stumbles of a country as it journeys towards gender equality."

Hillary Rodham Clinton

LanguageEnglish
PublisherSourcebooks
Release dateFeb 8, 2022
ISBN9781728242170
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Eliza Reid

Eliza Reid is a journalist, editor, and cofounder of the annual Iceland Writers Retreat. Eliza grew up on a hobby farm near Ottawa, Canada, and moved to Iceland in 2003, five years after meeting the man who later became her husband, Gudni Th. Jóhannesson. When he took office as President of Iceland on August 1, 2016, Eliza became the country’s first lady. In that capacity, she has been active in promoting gender equality, entrepreneurship and innovation, tourism and sustainability, as well as the country’s writers and rich literary heritage.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    well written informative engaging - she's the perfect publicist for Iceland
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    A narrative on the advances Icelandic women have gained in the struggle toward gender equality. Reid summarizes multiple areas of personal and political spheres: business, politics, the arts as well as issues of child care, immigrant settlement, LGBTQ acceptance and the like. The book is a lesson on one nation's fight to achieving equality for all its citizens and how the lessons learned can be a blueprint for other nations and other such fights.
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    nonfiction, cultural-assimilation, cultural-exploration, cultural-heritage, culture-shock*****The national population is less than that of Cleveland, Ohio!Eliza Reid was born in rural Ontario, later moved to the UK, and later joined with the man who would later be elected president of his home country. She has maintained her own career while they raised children because of the attitudes and support given to parents by the government of Iceland. The country does more things right than most in supporting families and is ahead of the curve in terms of women in leadership positions. No place is perfect, but this country has a long and documented history of strong independent women, and they are justifiably proud of it. Many examples of women and their particular contributions are generously given. Looking forward to getting a more permanent copy for my very own!I requested and received a free ebook copy from Sourcebooks via NetGalley. Thank you!

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