The Danes And The Swedes: Being An Account Of A Visit To Denmark, Including Schleswig-Holstein And The Danish Islands (1856) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165693269)

The book ""The Danes and the Swedes: Being an Account of a Visit to Denmark, Including Schleswig-Holstein and the Danish Islands (1856)"" by Charles Henry Scott is a travelogue that provides a detailed description of the author's visit to Denmark, Schleswig-Holstein, and the Danish Islands. The book was originally published in 1856 and offers a glimpse into the social, political, and cultural aspects of the region during the mid-19th century.The author begins by describing his journey to Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, and provides a detailed account of the city's architecture, history, and culture. He then travels to Schleswig-Holstein, a region that was then part of Denmark, but also had a significant German population. The author explores the tension between the Danish and German communities in the region, which would eventually lead to the Schleswig-Holstein Question, a major political issue in the mid-19th century.The book also includes descriptions of the Danish Islands, including Funen, Zealand, and Lolland, where the author observes the local customs and traditions. He also provides insights into the Danish education system, the role of women in society, and the economic conditions of the region.Overall, ""The Danes and the Swedes"" is a fascinating account of a mid-19th century traveler's experiences in Denmark, Schleswig-Holstein, and the Danish Islands. The book offers valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural conditions of the region during that time and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Scandinavia.With A Peep Into Jutland, And A Journey Across The Peninsula Of Sweden, Embracing A Sketch Of The Most Interesting Points In The History Of Those Countries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles Henry Scott
ISBN-10: 1165693267
ISBN-13: 9781165693269
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 398
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.82d