Embark on a literary adventure to an extraordinary place: Bornholm, a proud Danish island with unique characteristics, an international history, and a strategic location in the Baltic Sea. In this captivating anthology, contributions by acclaimed local authors offer a glimpse into the island’s soul, from its fascinating past to its contemporary life and spirit.

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Whether you’re scaling heathery heights, or sipping coffee and enjoying hygge at a village café, this traveller’s companion will delight, inform, and entertain you. Short stories, engaging island lore, insightful articles, and in-depth interviews will enrich your experience, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the island’s past, present, and future – and its importance on the world stage.

 

Edited by Tina Hirschbuehl, A Bornholm Reader introduces you to writing by expert local authors: Jens Svane Boutrup, Niels Geckler, Rakel Haslund-Gjerrild, Ane Ipsen, Henning Ipsen, Bruno Kaufmann, Dennis Gade Kofod, Thomas Kofoed Poulsen, Lars Kofoed Rømer, and Henrik Yde.

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