Historical Dictionary of Sweden
Description
Sweden’s transformation in the last century was brought about not by the military prowess of exceptional Swedes (indeed neutrality has been a key element in Swedish policy for almost two centuries) but by the creative ability of its people. Sweden has emerged as a model welfare state and a well-ordered democracy, to which economists, sociologists, feminists, architects, and scientists from sophisticated nations have paid study visits. Sweden now depends on international trade to preserve its high standard of living and, in a world of harsh international competition, often has to struggle to maintain its welfare system and its reputation. Despite its present difficulties, however, it remains one of the world’s most advanced and affluent democracies.
This third edition of Historical Dictionary of Sweden contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, an extensive bibliography, and a dictionary section with more than 300 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Sweden.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Reader’s Note
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Map
Chronology
Introduction
THE DICTIONARY
Appendix A: Swedish Rulers
Appendix B: Swedish Prime Ministers
Appendix C: Sweden’s 25 Largest Companies
Bibliography
About the Author
Product details
| Published | 17 Sep 2015 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Extent | 418 |
| ISBN | 9781442250710 |
| Imprint | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers |
| Illustrations | 1 Map |
| Series | Historical Dictionaries of Europe |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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