The Blue Fox
The Blue Fox
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Magical RealismIceland • 19th century
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Blue Fox by Sjón intertwines the lives of a hunter in 19th-century Iceland, an outsider caring for the childlike Abba, and the titular fox, exploring themes of nature, isolation, and connection. The narrative blends poetic language with powerful imagery, creating a compelling and atmospheric story that reflects on the human condition and the natural world.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Blue Fox by Sjón is lauded for its poetic and evocative prose, capturing the Icelandic landscape's stark beauty. The novel intertwines folklore and human struggle in a compact narrative, drawing praise for its atmosphere and depth. However, some critics find the plot sparse, with the minimalistic style lacking broader development.
Who Should Read The Blue Fox?
A reader who enjoys The Blue Fox by Sjón would likely appreciate lyrical and atmospheric storytelling with mythic elements. Fans of works like Jón Kalman Stefánsson's Heaven and Hell or Halldór Laxness's Independent People might find this novella captivating for its rich, Icelandic setting and poignant narrative style.
9,809 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Magical RealismIceland • 19th century
2008
Adult
18+ years
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