Meet the author Eric Dregni at Litteraturhuset May the 19th!

In his new book «Vikings in the Attic», Eric Dregni tracks down and explores the significant, often bizarre, historic sites, tales, and traditions of Scandinavia’s peculiar colony in the Midwest.

Dregni reveals the little known tales that lie beneath the surface of Nordic America and proves by example why generations of Scandinavian-Americans have come to love and cherish these tales and traditions so dearly.

“Vikings in the Attic, for all its humor and laughter generating incongruities, is a serious book, raising important issues of national identity.” —Nordic Notes

“Vikings in the Attic is serious and fun and full of little Scandinavian insights.”
—Chicago Tribune

“As in past books, Dregni provides relaxed, humorous, and expert guidance as he reveals new and unexpected truths about familiar terrain.” —Minnesota History

“Dregni’s survey is a serious and interesting exploration of why Scandinavians settled in the Upper Midwest.” —Star Tribune

“This is a hugely enjoyable book that has plenty of history decked out in entertaining
fashion.” —Flyoverland

Eric Dregni is an associate professor of English at Concordia University in St. Paul. He is the author of several books, including Midwest Marvels (2006), In Cod We Trust: Living the Norwegian Dream (2008), and Never Trust a Thin Cook (2009), all published by the University of Minnesota Press. He lives in Minneapolis.