This work is a compact, briskly-written introduction to the history, politics & culture of Sweden, Finl&, Norway & Denmark, from the Napoleonic era to the present. It aims to diminish national stereotypes. It describes the salient events & personalities, including artists, musicians & intellectuals such as Ibsen, Bergman, Kierkegaard, Munch & Sibelius. ...

Sweden & Norway, an original antique map by S.A. Mitchell, published in Philadelphia, 1846. Copperplate, original colour. Map size 25 x 30 cm, overall mounted size 40.5 x 46 cm.A detailed map of these two Scandinavian countries. Samuel Augustus Mitchell's New Universal Atlas.. . comprised finely engraved & delicately h&-coloured maps & plans of all areas of the world. Antique maps from various original publishers are presented on the Stanford ...

Spiral-bound atlas of Scandinavia covering Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finl&, the Benelux & norther Germany at a scale of 1:250, 000-400, 000. Small parts of the adjacent countries are also covered. Details combines clear road mapping with subtle hillshading & peak heights. Eight different types of roads are shown, with clearly marked road names, distances between junctions, gradients, service stations, parkings & motels. Toll roads, border crossings & scenic & tourists routes are also indicated. Railways, ferry lines, & national & provincial boundaries are marked alongside national parks & military areas. Also a series of symbols depicts places of interest, viewpoints, airports & harbours, campings, archeological sites & mountain huts. Following the main mapping is an extensive index with postal codes, & 33 street plans of major town centres at 1:15, 000 with corresponding indexes. All Legends are in 8 different languages including English. ...

Scandinavia Insight Guide is dedicated to exploring the destination in detail with a selection of glossy illustrations. Extensive introductory sections explore the region’s history & culture & there are also short articles written by locals about distinctive local issues, whilst selective photo-features illustrate the variety of the place. The ‘ Places’ section is grouped geographically & provides details of the area including places to visit, suggestions for tours & other activities. Each section has its own listings of the best restaurants, bars & cafes. Essential practical information is provided in the Travel Tips chapter on accommodation, shopping & local activities. A useful location finder & travel tip index with relevant page numbers are given on the inside covers. Overview street plans are also provided for the main cities in the region or country. ...

Scandinavia at 1:1, 350, 000 on an indexed map from ITMB, presenting on one side Denmark with southern Norway & Sweden, & on the reverse, with an overlap between the sides, northern Norway & Sweden with Finl&. Road & rail networks are shown on a single-colour green background, with topography indicated only by spot heights. Also marked are selected ferry connections annotated with the duration of transit. Symbols indicate various places of interest & facilities; the map also shows national parks & restricted entry zones. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1º & 2º respectively. Each side has a separate index. ...

Scandinavia at 1:2, 765, 000 on a wall map,

Size: 77 x 60cm (30” x 24” approx) – paper version, from the

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You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when travelling in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finl&, & Estonia. With this guide, you`ll set sail to Europe`s most prosperous corner--a smorgasbord of Viking ships, deep green fjords, stave churches, brooding castles, & colourful farmhouses. Explore the sleek, modern capital cities of Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, & Tallinn. Cruise through Stockholm`s scenic archipelago, & sample the Baltic charms of Tallinn. Delve deep into Norway`s scenic Sognefjord & bike through the idyllic Danish countryside on the castaway island of Aero. & take some time out from sightseeing to get your blood pumping in a steamy Finnish sauna. The author himself has comprehensively researched each title, lending the recommendations in each guide a more personal air than guides that are researched by a team of writers. Each title is arranged geographically by region, area & city, with each section giving details on orientation, tourist information, ‘helpful hints’, getting around, local tours on foot or by car, day trips, principal sights, activities, recommended experiences, nightlife, sleeping, eating & transport connections. H&-drawn overview maps lend each guide a more personal touch. An introductory paragraph also introduces readers to the destination, with guidance on pre-trip planning, practicalities, money, sightseeing, sleeping, eating, ‘travelling as a temporary local’ & ‘back door travel philosophy’. An appendix also offers information on communication, transportation, resources, holidays & festivals, conversions & climate, a packing checklist & essential vocabulary. *A number of Rick Steves’ guides are updated annually. Please see individual titles for further information; they will carry the year in the title of the guidebook.’* ...

Here are authentic Scandinavian recipes with a modern twist, shot on location in Scandinavia. The book is suffused with `hygge`, ...

In Scandinavia the whole period of Christmas, from the first Sunday in Advent to New Year`s Day, is marked by festivals & celebrated in traditional but beautifully contemporary style. Hygge, the Danish word for cosiness, is about being inside with candles, great comfort food & lots of cakes & sweets. The first week of December is baking week
- enough has to be made to last the whole Christmas period. Jars of decorated cookies, gingerbread houses & clogs filled with little presents rub shoulders with simple wreaths, trees & tables decorated with white candles & fresh greenery
- the perfect mix of ancient & modern. Brunches, cocktail & tea parties, lunches & dinners are celebrated with a mixture of traditional goodies & delicious modern recipes. Duck & pork rule on Christmas Eve, fish, ham & seasonal vegetables on Christmas Day. Sweets, biscuits, puddings & other treats abound
- all washed down with gluwein & fruity cocktails. In this glorious book, illustrated with Lars Ranek`s evocative photographs, Trine Hahnemann provides a cornucopia of 70 Christmas recipes
- all featuring ingredients which are common to all northern climes
- showing us how we, too, can decorate our homes & make delicious dishes to celebrate Christmas the Scandinavian way.




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The Scandinavians excel in comfort
- family, friends, a good atmosphere, long meals, relaxation & an emphasis on simple pleasures.
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