Author: Jonathan Adams Publisher: Brepols Publishers ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 400
Book Description
A collection of writings discussing the mutual influence between Scandinavian and European politics, culture and society both during and after the Viking Age.
Author: Andrew Stone Publisher: ISBN: 9781741049282 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 540
Book Description
Full-Colour chapters highlighting the best of Scandinavia. Bonus excursions chapters to Tallinn and St Petersburg. Includes seasonal itineraries to help you plan your trip. Experience Scandinavia with Lonely Planet. Our 9th edition will help you explore the distinct Nordic landscapes across the seasons- whether that means dogsledding across an Icelandic glacier, working up a sweat in the world's biggest steam sauna in Kuopio, or making the most of the midnight sun in Trømso's buzzing bars. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
Author: Graeme Cornwallis Publisher: ISBN: 9781740593182 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 532
Book Description
Covering Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Greenland and more, this concise guide reveals the natural wonders and cultural frontiers of these countries with, transport options from motorcycling to Finnish ferry-hopping.
Author: Else Roesdahl Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 440
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Through examples of coins, gold and silver jewelry, manuscripts and maps, ships and weaponry, textiles and household objects, the Viking culture emerges as highly developed and complex. The second half of the book is the catalogue of the exhibition.
Author: Michael Booth Publisher: Picador ISBN: 1250061970 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 400
Book Description
NAMED THE #1 BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, A WITTY, INFORMATIVE, AND POPULAR TRAVELOGUE ABOUT THE SCANDINAVIAN COUNTRIES AND HOW THEY MAY NOT BE AS HAPPY OR AS PERFECT AS WE ASSUME Journalist Michael Booth has lived among the Scandinavians for more than ten years, and he has grown increasingly frustrated with the rose-tinted view of this part of the world offered up by the Western media. In this timely book he leaves his adopted home of Denmark and embarks on a journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover who these curious tribes are, the secrets of their success, and, most intriguing of all, what they think of one another. Why are the Danes so happy, despite having the highest taxes? Do the Finns really have the best education system? Are the Icelanders as feral as they sometimes appear? How are the Norwegians spending their fantastic oil wealth? And why do all of them hate the Swedes? In The Almost Nearly Perfect People Michael Booth explains who the Scandinavians are, how they differ and why, and what their quirks and foibles are, and he explores why these societies have become so successful and models for the world. Along the way a more nuanced, often darker picture emerges of a region plagued by taboos, characterized by suffocating parochialism, and populated by extremists of various shades. They may very well be almost nearly perfect, but it isn't easy being Scandinavian.
Author: Brontë Aurell Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA ISBN: 1781317380 Category : Cooking Languages : en Pages : 310
Book Description
A complete guide to Scandinavia filled with travel tips, cultural and historical facts, recipes, and inspirational photography from the Nordic nations. Why are Scandinavians constantly topping the happiness table? How do you get more Scandi-style in your life? Just how do you use lagom? Whether you want your apartment to look like it belongs in Copenhagen, to workout like a Norwegian or to make cinnamon buns like a Swede, this is the ultimate insider’s guide to the countries of the north. Full of inspiration and ideas, how-tos and recipes to help you experience the very best of Scandinavian design, philosophy, cookery, and culture, this honest behind-the-scenes look at the culture provides an invaluable insight into the wonderful and visually stunning world of Scandinavia. Like her viking ancestors before her, Brontë Aurell left Denmark to explore the world beyond home shores and in her travels has come to understand the fascination with her kinfolk, as well as seeing the idiosyncrasies of the Scandinavian lifestyle that locals take for granted. With a signature wit and a keen eye for detail, she takes you on a journey through fjords and mountains, farmlands, and cities to better understand these three nations and what makes each one so unique. So get outdoors, learn the life lesson that there’s no such thing as bad weather (only bad clothing), and you may discover your inner Scandi sooner than you think . . . From the How To Live . . . series of insightful guides to some of the most intriguing cultures and locations on the planet, other books available include How To Live Japanese, How To Live Korean, and How to Live Icelandic.
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