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.