A Guide to Myvatn and its Surroundings Author:Helgi Guomundsson Myvatn is a unique natural phenomenon. This teeming lake on the northern fringe of the central highlands forms an oasis on the edge of Iceland's volcanic belt; a textbook example of the interaction of opposing forces which has had so powerful an influence on the landscape and people of Iceland. — This book about Myvatn and its surrounding country... more » draws together the principal strands of the geological, natural, ornithological and social histories of this very special area and presents them in a lively and accessible manner.
Helgi Gudmundsson has acquired an extensive knowledge of the rwegion during his years as a tourist guide for foreign visitors to Iceland.
A handy guide to Lake Myvatn, one of Iceland's most popular tourist destinations, covering the area's geology, nature and social history in a lively and accessible manner. The author, Helgi Gudmundsson has guided tourists around Iceland for many years and knows the Myvatn area by experience. 72 pages, 16.7 x 10.5 cm, hardback and illustrated with color photos, maps and diagrams.« less