A Short History of Sweden Volume I (Illustrated)

An excellent introduction to the history of Sweden and the Swedish people, spanning from ancient days to the reign of Charles X. Illustrated throughout to enhance the reading experience, this eBook is formatted for Kindle devices and the Kindle for iOS apps.



Contents include:



Sweden in Prehistoric and Early Historic Times—Archæological Finds and Classical Testimony

Dawn of Swedish History—Heimskringla and Ynglingatal

The Viking Age—Ansgar, the Apostle of Sweden

Early Christian Era—Stenkil’s Line and Interchanging Dynasties

The Mediæval State—The Folkung Dynasty

Unionism versus Patriotism—Margaret, Engelbrekt and Charles Knutsson

Unionism versus Patriotism—Uncrowned Kings of the Sture Families

Revolution and Reformation—Gustavus Vasa

Reformation and Reaction—The Sons of Gustavus I.

Period of Political Grandeur—Gustavus II. Adolphus

Period of Political Grandeur—Queen Christine

Period of Political Grandeur—Charles X. and Charles XI.