Ringen, Stein
The Story of Scandinavia: From the Vikings to Social Democracy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474625197
- author:
- Ringen, Stein
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- George Weidenfeld & Nicholson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.5 x 4.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Scandinavia,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Story of Scandinavia From the Vikings to Social Democracy by Stein Ringen is a comprehensive and engaging history that spans over 1,200 years. This masterly narrative explores the dramatic rise and fall of Scandinavian kingdoms, from the Viking Age to the modern era, revealing a complex and often tumultuous past. Scandinavian history has been marked by periods of conflict and cooperation, with Denmark and Sweden, in particular, having a long and complicated relationship. The author's personal connection to Scandinavia adds depth to this compelling history, making it both a narrative of scope and a personal exploration. With its masterful storytelling and insightful analysis, Stein Ringen's book offers a fresh perspective on the region's complex past, shedding light on what it means to be Scandinavian today.
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