02244cam a22003133u 4500 44624 UtSlPG 20260610134026.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 05020752 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DL Nilsson, Victor Alfred, 1867-1942 Sweden Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-01-08 Produced by Ann Jury, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Sweden" by Victor Alfred Nilsson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the rich and complex history of Sweden, covering its prehistoric times through to the early medieval period, including the Viking Age and the introduction of Christianity. Nilsson aims to unveil the development of the Swedish state, its culture, and its interactions with neighboring nations and tribes. The opening portion of the text sets the stage by providing a thorough introduction to the geographical, cultural, and historical context of Sweden. It highlights the significant prehistoric archaeological findings that reveal insights into the early inhabitants of the region, discussing their lifestyle, religious practices, and the societal structure that existed before documented history began. Nilsson emphasizes the continuity of the Swedish population over thousands of years, asserting that they belong to a long-standing, unmixed race. This section serves to establish a solid foundation for understanding the subsequent historical chapters that will follow, reflecting on how Sweden's past has shaped its identity and growth as a nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sweden -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44624 85463 85463