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Other than writing, what was Halldór Laxness also known for?

  • His cooking skills

  • His singing talent

  • His philosophical discussions

  • His gardening skills

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Halldór Laxness was an Icelandic author who is best known for his novel Independent People, which won the 1955 Nobel Prize in Literature. In addition to his writing, Laxness was also known for his philosophical discussions. He was a member of the Icelandic Communist Party and his writings often reflected his political views.
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