Swedish History

“This is a story about culture and identity and about fighting to keep your memories while being robbed of your history.” —Fredrik Backman, #1 New York Times bestselling author This lyrical runaway Swedish hit explores the power of family, the joy of unexpected friendships, and the thrill...

In contrast to their Danish and Norwegian cousins, Swedish Vikings traveled east rather than west in search of riches, land, and power. The extensive river systems of Russia provided economic and military “superhighways” to the adventurers from the north who journeyed down them all the way to the Black Sea and Constantinople in search of fame and riches. In Captivating History’s History of Sweden, you will learn more about these Swedish adventurers along with other parts of Sweden’s fascinating history.

Swedish Death Cleaning offers a compassionate, no-pressure approach to clearing clutter—at your own pace—so you can create a home filled with peace, clarity, and freedom.

Considered one of Sweden's greatest 20th century writers, Vilhelm Moberg created Karl Oskar and Kristina Nilsson to portray the joys and tragedies of daily life for early Swedish pioneers in America. His consistently faithful depiction of these humble people's lives is a major strength of the Emigrant Novels. 

When historians discuss the great European empires of the 17th and 18th centuries, Sweden is sometimes not included in their conversations. Despite this omission, Sweden amassed a wealthy, prosperous empire during these years. Their territory spanned several regions of Europe and even included colonies in North America, Africa, and the Caribbean. They defeated some of the greatest militaries of their time and were widely recognized around the world by their allies and adversaries alike as an immense power and threat.

Start speaking Swedish in minutes, and grasp the language, culture and customs in just minutes more with Survival Phrases – Swedish, a completely new way to learn Basic Swedish fast! Survival Phrases - Swedish will have you speaking with proper pronunciation from the very first lesson and prepare you with cultural insight, travel tips and other information to utterly shock and amaze your friends and family, travel companions and people you meet along the way.

Journey through dramatic European history as a peripheral medieval kingdom transforms into a dominant military empire. Perfect for your daily commute, this epic narrative plunges you into the shifting alliances and bloody conflicts that forged the Baltic region. Experience the intense political...

Did you know Sweden has this unique law, "Freedom to Roam", that allows you to hike, camp, or ski on any public land, swim in public lakes, and access all beaches--including freely picking as many mushrooms, flowers, and berries as you want? Located in northern Europe, many global travelers have given Sweden the moniker "the crown jewel of Scandinavia" for a good reason!

Året är 1987 och Andrées polarexpedition ska resa över Arktis med vätgasballongen Örnen. Material som i efterhand hittats på Vitön blandas med anteckningar ur deltagarnas dagböcker, almanackor och journaler. Vi får även följa med på förberedelserna för expeditionen, arbetet efteråt med att tillvarata fynden och att frakta kropparna tillbaka till Stockholm. Knut Hjalmar Ferdinand Frænkel (1870-1897) var ingenjör och upptäcktsresande. Salomon August Andrée (1854-1897) var även han ingenjör och äventyrare.

Det finns få nationer med en lika omtvistad historia som Amerika. Även om landet är relativt ungt, så är det idag en ledande världsmakt. Men hur började allt? Vilka var det som hade makten? Sven Wikberg tar med läsaren på en spännande upptäcktsresa inom ett komplicerat och spännande ämne. Sven Wikberg (1890-1959) var en svensk författare och historiker. Wikberg är främst känd för sina böcker om Gustav Vasa, men hade intressen och kunnande inom flera områden.

Prisbelönta journalisten Britt-Marie Mattsson, som arbetat för Göteborgs-Posten i femtio år, skildrar i denna populärhistoriska bok med avstamp i Per-Albin Hanssons tankar om kvinnorna och folkhemmet på 1920-talet den generation av pionjärer som hon själv tillhör. Hon har valt ett personligt anslag med inslag av både den egna uppväxten och sin långa erfarenhet av yrkeslivet.

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Experience a dramatic military history of empire and ruin as an underdog alliance shatters Swedish dominance. Perfect for your daily commute, this epic geopolitical saga explores the violent birth of imperial Russia. Witness a seemingly invincible warrior king pushed to the brink by relentless...

Transform your daily commute with this immersive urban history of a Baltic settlement caught between warring empires. From a fragile Swedish trading post ravaged by disease to a glittering Russian imperial showcase, discover how a contested frontier town forged its own fierce independence...

Experience dramatic Scandinavian history as a frozen periphery defies rival empires to forge an unyielding identity. Perfect for an engaging commute, this resilient narrative sweeps from ancient Finno-Ugric tribes to the modern era. Feel the tense, high-stakes reality of ordinary citizens caught...

Trace the cultural history of how an introspective Nordic nation evolved into a global pop music powerhouse. Perfect for your morning commute, this immersive audio journey transports you from misty forests to sleek Stockholm studios. Experience the high-energy evolution of a society where deep...

Discover the dramatic urban history of a maritime empire as scattered Baltic islands forge a powerful European capital. Perfect for your daily commute or an armchair travel adventure, this atmospheric journey guides you through the echoing cobblestone streets and icy harbors of a metropolis...

Witness the epic clash of empires in this gripping military history of the Baltic conflict that birthed modern Europe. As a formidable Swedish dynasty faces off against a rising Russian superpower, you are transported directly to the freezing frontlines of the seventeenth century. Perfect for an...

Ta del av historierna och personerna bakom några av de största rubrikerna i media och skandalerna som orsakat dem. Här presenteras 87 fallstudier av svenska svindlare från 1600-talet och fram till idag, som till exempel den charmiga stjärnkirurgen på Karolinska Institutet, blodgruppsdieten eller myten om seriemördaren Thomas Quick. Fredrik Kullberg är en svensk journalist, författare och krönikör.

Journey from ruthless Viking warriors to a modern democratic welfare state in this sweeping European history. Perfect for an educational commute, this engaging narrative reveals how a sparsely populated outpost forged a massive military empire before pivoting to global neutrality. Experience the...