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  • Life on Svalbard

  • Finding Home on a Remote Island Near the North Pole
  • By: Cecilia Blomdahl
  • Narrated by: Cecilia Blomdahl
  • Length: 2 hrs and 26 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (15 ratings)

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Life on Svalbard

By: Cecilia Blomdahl
Narrated by: Cecilia Blomdahl
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Publisher's summary

Join Cecilia Blomdahl in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, the world's northernmost town.

Located in the Arctic Ocean near the North Pole, Svalbard is a unique archipelago that boasts stunning wintry landscapes, endangered arctic animals, and awe-inspiring natural phenomena. Since 2016, Cecilia has called this beautiful and remote location home. Along with her partner Christoffer and her dog Grim, she has adjusted to life at the top of the world—where polar bears roam free and the northern lights shine.

With evocative text, Cecilia shares the joys and challenges of adapting to an inhospitable climate along with advice and insight for anyone seeking to thrive in unusual living conditions.

Whatever your location, Life on Svalbard will give you a deeper understanding of why people choose to live in extreme environments, and perhaps help you find the hidden magic of where you live, too.

©2024 Cecilia Blomdahl (P)2024 DK Audio
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Classic Cecilia Awesomeness

I found Cecilia on YouTube a few months ago and fell in love with her story and life in Svalbard. I loved that she narrated her book herself - she did a fantastic job! I have the signed physical book on its way, but couldn’t resist getting the audio version so I could listen to it while I travel for work. From season to season, adventure to adventure, and from polar bears and walruses to Grimm, the book is VERY interesting and entertaining. Loved!!

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An absolute gem.

I’ve been following Cecelia on YouTube since the very beginning. Her videos allowed me to escape to Svalbard while mourning the death of my husband in 2022. She’s now become a part of my family. Every Christmas we watch Cecelia’s livestream in its entirety.

This book is a perfect introduction to the world of Cecelia, and Svalbard and Longyearbyen as a whole. A perfect place for someone to jump into this amazing and magical world. Cecelia’s voice is soothing, and her storytelling is second to none.

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Absolute Dream

This journey is an absolute dream! Not only are the photos stunning, but the description and narrative, provided by the author, transports you to Svalbard. Knowing the odds of me being able to make it that far north are slim, I enjoy this escape into a dream world. Whimsical, calming, and magical is how I describe this beautiful book.

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Cecilia is a wonderful storyteller

I've been following Cecilia's YouTube and IG channels for many years. I purchased both her book and Audible book because I love both her photography and her voice. Cecilia does a wonderful job bringing the unique quality of her life in the Arctic to her followers and readers, which is quite the opposite to my life in the desert. Thank you, Cecilia.

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Such a fun read!

Cecilia did a great job writing and reading the book. Her descriptions of life on Svalbard are very good. I have had the pleasure of visiting Longyearbyen and her writing brings back a flood of memories. This is a good listen for those who would like to visit and also for those who already have.

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Wonderful book about Svalbard

I loved this book and loved that Cecilia read it. I watch her YouTube channel but I love that this book gave us even more insight into Svalbard. Definitely recommend! I have to hard copy to which has beautiful photos.

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Beautifully written- I feel like I was there!

Cecilia’s reading of her book was exactly what I hoped for and it did not disappoint. What a beautiful walk through her life and time coming to an island close to the North Pole!!! The section about Grim made me weep. What an incredible bond, and fantastic audio book. Now I need to go get one with pictures!!!

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Beautifully written!

Cecelia has been a top 10 YouTuber of mine since the beginning on covid! I look forward to her videos every week! I was so excited to listen to her book on Audible and very pleased that she was the one that narrated it. I also ordered a actual copy because I want to set it on my coffee table. Not only shit videographer, but she is an amazing author! Congratulations, Cecelia!!!! Now tell Christoffer we need his insight & a book from him!!!!

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Fantastic storytelling and very informative

If you've ever wondered what it might be like to live on Svalbard, Cecilia is here to vividly describe the experience. Her ability to describe the landscape and the experience of being there is exceptional and it really helps you understand why someone might choose to live in such a cold and remote place. This book is also a fantastic example of good author narration. Cecilia's narration is clear and articulate, and it adds an extra element to be able to hear her joy and enthusiasm in her words.

I heartily recommend this book for both those familiar with Cecilia and those who are not. It is a light and fast read, and you will find yourself longing for more at the end.

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I love her you tube channel and her book!!!

I like that the author read to us and her love that teaching about Salvard.

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