Outsider

"Outsider," a bestselling and award-winning true story, follows journalist Brett Popplewell's six-year quest to uncover the life of Dag Aabye, an enigmatic hermit and marathon runner living alone on a mountain. Spanning from Nazi-occupied Norway to British Columbia, the narrative explores Aabye’s extraordinary life, from his early days during World War II to his legendary status as a stuntman and extreme skier. The book offers a compelling meditation on aging, belonging, and human potential through the remarkable journey of this elusive and inspiring figure.