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Title: Försök att förklara Caj. Corn. Taciti omdömen öfver Finnarne

Note: Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Jari Koivisto

Summary: "Försök att förklara Caj. Corn. Taciti omdömen öfver Finnarne" by C. A. Gottlund is a scholarly work written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the historical accounts of the Finnish people as documented by the Roman historian Tacitus, aiming to provide a clearer understanding of Finland's ancient culture and the misinterpretations surrounding it. Gottlund's study is positioned as an important contribution to the field of historical research concerning the origins and societal characteristics of the Finnish nation. The opening of the book introduces Gottlund's intention to shed light on the historical obscurities of the Finnish people's past, particularly the misrepresentations arising from Tacitus's writings. He emphasizes the importance of a closer examination of their history, language, and culture, arguing that this exploration is not only significant for understanding Finland but for the broader Scandinavian context as well. Gottlund critiques previous interpretations of Tacitus's comments and seeks to rectify misconceptions regarding the Finnish identity, arguing for the necessity of appreciating their rich cultural heritage rather than viewing it through a lens of foreign skepticism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gottlund, C. A. (Carl Axel), 1796-1875

EBook No.: 60218

Published: Sep 1, 2019

Downloads: 143

Language: Swedish

Subject: Finns

Subject: Tacitus, Cornelius. Germania

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Försök att förklara Caj. Corn. Taciti omdömen öfver Finnarne

Note: Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Jari Koivisto

Summary: "Försök att förklara Caj. Corn. Taciti omdömen öfver Finnarne" by C. A. Gottlund is a scholarly work written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the historical accounts of the Finnish people as documented by the Roman historian Tacitus, aiming to provide a clearer understanding of Finland's ancient culture and the misinterpretations surrounding it. Gottlund's study is positioned as an important contribution to the field of historical research concerning the origins and societal characteristics of the Finnish nation. The opening of the book introduces Gottlund's intention to shed light on the historical obscurities of the Finnish people's past, particularly the misrepresentations arising from Tacitus's writings. He emphasizes the importance of a closer examination of their history, language, and culture, arguing that this exploration is not only significant for understanding Finland but for the broader Scandinavian context as well. Gottlund critiques previous interpretations of Tacitus's comments and seeks to rectify misconceptions regarding the Finnish identity, arguing for the necessity of appreciating their rich cultural heritage rather than viewing it through a lens of foreign skepticism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gottlund, C. A. (Carl Axel), 1796-1875

EBook No.: 60218

Published: Sep 1, 2019

Downloads: 143

Language: Swedish

Subject: Finns

Subject: Tacitus, Cornelius. Germania

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.