The concepts of “outpost, land in between and bridge” are the basis of this book that reflects the Ålandic society from new and innovative perspectives. From the vantage point of those three concepts the development of the Ålandic identity and society since 1809 is interpreted. The interpreters are artists, researchers and writers and the book is a hybrid where art and pictures are mixed with essays and interviews with the artists.
“Outpost, land in between, bridge” is published by the Åland Islands Peace Institute in co-operation with the Åland museum and the Åland Art museum. It builds on an exhibition with the same name which could be seen in the Åland Art Museum during the summer of 2009 in commemoration of the memorable years of 1808-1809.
The book is published with economical support from the Finnish government and the Swedish-Finnish Cultural Foundation and can be ordered from or bought directly from the Åland Islands Peace institute, Hamngatan 4, Mariehamn, at the price of 25 euros (+ postage fee). (susann@peace.ax, +35818(0)18-15570)
