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Norway

Norway

Paperback

General Political ScienceScandinavian History

ISBN10: 1025871219
ISBN13: 9781025871219
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 334
Weight: 1.03
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Norway by G. M. Gathorne-Hardy offers a comprehensive exploration of the Norwegian nation, delving into its historical roots, cultural evolution, and political landscape. The work examines how Norway's rugged geography and maritime heritage have shaped its national character and independent spirit. The narrative traces the country's trajectory from the age of the Vikings and the medieval kingdom through the centuries of union with Denmark and Sweden, culminating in the full independence achieved in the early 20th century.

Beyond political history, Gathorne-Hardy provides an insightful look at the social and economic conditions of the country, highlighting the importance of the peasantry, the fishing industry, and the emerging industrial sectors. The book also addresses the literary and artistic achievements that have defined Norway's place in European culture. Norway serves as a significant resource for those seeking to understand the unique identity of this Nordic nation, its democratic traditions, and its resilience in the face of geographic and historical challenges. It remains an essential foundational text for students of Scandinavian studies and European history.

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