Amund Helland

Amund Helland (11 October 1846 – 15 November 1918) was a Norwegian geologist, politician and non-fiction writer. He is particularly known for his works on glacial erosion and the role of glaciers in the formation of valleys, fjords and lakes. He is also known for starting the series Norges Land og Folk, published in 20 volumes from 1885 to 1921.

For the merchant and religious leader by the same name, see Amund Helland (merchant).
Amund Helland
Drawing of Amund Helland by Othar Holmboe.
Born(1846-10-11)11 October 1846
Died15 November 1918(1918-11-15) (aged 72)
NationalityNorwegian
Occupation(s)Geologist, Glaciologist
Known forWorks on glacial erosion.
Norges Land og Folk (book series)
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