CoDex 1962: A Trilogy

CoDex 1962: A Trilogy is a 2018 cross-genre novel written by Icelandic author Sjón. The trilogy is a collection of Sjón’s previously published works from 1994, 2001, and 2016. The book is narrated by protagonist Jósef Loewe, a clay figure animated into a human, and follows the story of his conception and life. CoDex 1962 is structured into three parts: Thine Eyes Did See My Substance (A Love Story), Iceland’s Thousand Years (A Crime Story), and I’m a Sleeping Door (A Science Fiction Story), encompassing times from the early 20th century to the present day. The book's narration mimics the oral tradition of various folktales and religious texts, taking influence from Icelandic folklore and The Bible, with the narrator often expanding upon the plot by referencing these stories. CoDex 1962 explores themes of nationalism, social injustice, and the Jewish resettlement in Iceland during World War II. In 2019, CoDex 1962 was longlisted for the Best Translated Book Award. Source: Wikipedia (en)

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