This was absolutely delightful. I'm also thrilled I finally got some of the information I've been desperate for in regards to Norwegian culture. I finally have some contextual knowledge to base around my Norwegian lessons and my desire to revisit the homeland has increased tenfold. That said, this wasn't anything exceedingly special. The writing was personal and humorous, but nothing quite set this apart. It's very simple and doesn't need to be anything more complex. I truly loved this.

Eric and Katy move to Norway on a Fulbright fellowship. Adding a pregnant woman, then newborn to the mix makes for an entertaining tale. As one with some Norwegian ancestry, many of the stories were familiar. Not sure how I'd do with the dark winters! I do think the U.S. has something to learn from the Norwegians when it comes to childbirth and family leave.....

A light, entertaining read. Probably only of interest to Norwegian Americans. While I generally liked the book I would have loved to hear him delve more deeply into some of the cultural issues he raised, bats about a bit, and then dismisses in favor of more scatter shot observations about life in Trondheim.

Hope his son started sleeping better at some point.

3.5 *

Stories about an American couple living for a year in TRONDHEIM (where I am moving!). I definitely laughed out loud and found myself nodding in agreement to many of the observations of the author. If you want a little taste of what life in Norway is like (granted, a bit dramatized), check it out!

I flat-out adored this book, but it's probably because I'm really, really biased. Like me, Eric Dregni is a Norwegian-American who grew up in the Twin Cities. While getting his MFA in Creative Writing at the U, Dregni wins a Fulbright Scholarship that allows him and his wife to live in Trondheim, Norway for a year. He then writes about his experiences and publishes this book, which is a funny and fascinating memoir about exploring the culture of your ancestors. I honestly think that anyone would enjoy this, as it is extremely well written, but it's really a must-read if you have Norwegian blood running through your veins. There is an entire chapter devoted to lutefisk that is not to be missed.

His observations are very enjoyable, & not over the top when describing the quirky people in Norway.

Fascinating. So good to hear about life in a country rarely written about (in English anyway). Made me realize what a wimp I am staying indoors in the winter!