Didda

(IJsland, 1964)

Biografie

Sigurlaug Didda Jónsdóttir was born Selfoss, in south-west Iceland, but grew up in Reykjavík. In her teens and early twenties she led a turbulent life. She began writing poems, many of which appeared in newspapers and magazines before she published her first collection. She also wrote lyrics for local rock bands.

In 1999 was Didda te gast op het Poetry International festival in Rotterdam, waarvan hiernaast opnamen te horen zijn.

In 1999 Didda was a guest at the Poetry International festival in Rotterdam. IYou can listen to recordings of his poetry made on this occasion.