Norway
Enriched edition. Exploring the soul of a nation through vivid landscapes and cultural insightsBy Sigvart Sörensen
Length10h 37m
About this audiobook
In "Norway," Sigvart Sörensen presents an evocative exploration of the Norwegian landscape, culture, and spirit through a lyrical and immersive prose style. The book intricately weaves personal anecdotes with historical narratives, capturing the essence of a land defined by its majestic fjords and resilient traditions. Sörensen's keen attention to detail and use of vivid imagery invite readers to experience the stark beauty of Norway, while also engaging with its rich folklore and complex socio-political history, making the book both a travelogue and a cultural study that resonates deeply with contemporary themes of identity and belonging within the Nordic context. Sigvart Sörensen, a renowned Norwegian author and cultural historian, writes from a place of personal connection to his homeland. His upbringing amidst the stunning landscapes of Norway and deep-rooted ties to its customs provided him with unique insights. Sörensen's previous works often delve into national identity and history, reflecting his passion for preserving and sharing the stories that shape Norwegian character, as well as his desire to engage a global audience with the profound narratives of his culture. "Norway" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of Scandinavian culture and the natural wonder of the Norwegian wilderness. Sörensen's ability to blend lyrical storytelling with informative content renders this book an invaluable addition to the libraries of both casual readers and scholars alike, sparking a curiosity that beckons further exploration of this remarkable country.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreTravel
Length10 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
32CHAPTER XXXI Snorre Sturlason
2CHAPTER I The Northmen
33CHAPTER XXXII Magnus Law-Mender (1263-1280)
3CHAPTER II The Religion of the Northmen
34CHAPTER XXXIII Erik Priest-Hater (1280-1299)
4CHAPTER III The Viking Age
35CHAPTER XXXIV Haakon V. Magnusson (1299-1319)
5CHAPTER IV The Yngling Family—Halfdan the Swarthy
36CHAPTER XXXV Magnus Erikson “Smek” (1319-1374) —Haakon VI. Magnusson (1355-1380)
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6CHAPTER V Harald the Fairhaired (860-930) —Norway United
37CHAPTER XXXVI Olaf Haakonson the Young (1381-1387)
7CHAPTER VI Birth of Haakon the Good—Erik Blood-Axe (930-935)
38CHAPTER XXXVII Margaret (1387-1389) —Erik of Pomerania (1389-1442) —The Kalmar Union (1397)
8CHAPTER VII Haakon the Good (935-961)
39CHAPTER XXXVIII Christopher of Bavaria (1442-1448)
9CHAPTER VIII Harald Grayfell and his Brothers (961-970)
40CHAPTER XXXIX The Union with Denmark—Christian I. (1450-1481)
10CHAPTER IX Earl Haakon (970-995)
41CHAPTER XL Hans (1483-1513)
11CHAPTER X The Youth of Olaf Trygvason
42CHAPTER XLI Christian II. (1513-1523)
12CHAPTER XI Olaf Trygvason (995-1000)
43CHAPTER XLII Frederick I. (1524-1533)
13CHAPTER XII The Discovery of America
44CHAPTER XLIII Interregnum (1533-1537)
14CHAPTER XIII The Earls Erik and Svein, Sons of Haakon (1000-1015)
45CHAPTER XLIV Christian III. (1537-1559) —The Reformation Introduced
15CHAPTER XIV The Youth of Olaf Haraldson
46CHAPTER XLV Frederick II. (1559-1588)
16CHAPTER XV Olaf the Saint (1015-1028)
47CHAPTER XLVI Christian IV. (1588-1648)
17CHAPTER XVI The Battle of Stiklestad (1030)
48CHAPTER XLVII Frederick III. (1648-1670) —Absolutism Introduced (1660)
18CHAPTER XVII King Svein Alfifuson (1030-1035)
49CHAPTER XLVIII Christian V. (1670-1699)
19CHAPTER XVIII Magnus the Good (1035-1047)
50CHAPTER XLIX Frederick IV. (1699-1730)
20CHAPTER XIX Harald Haardraade (1047-1066)
51CHAPTER L Christian VI. (1730-1746)
21CHAPTER XX Olaf Kyrre, the Quiet (1066-1093)
52CHAPTER LI Frederick V. (1746-1766)
22CHAPTER XXI Magnus Barefoot (1093-1103)
53CHAPTER LII Christian VII. (1766-1808)
23CHAPTER XXII Sigurd the Crusader (1103-1130) , and his Brothers, Eystein and Olaf
54CHAPTER LIII Frederick VI. (1808-1814)
24CHAPTER XXIII Magnus the Blind and Harald Gille (1130-1136)
55CHAPTER LIV Marshal Bernadotte
25CHAPTER XXIV Sigurd Mund, Eystein, and Inge Krokryg, the Sons of Harald Gille (1136-1161)
56CHAPTER LV Norway Declares Her Independence
26CHAPTER XXV The Church
57CHAPTER LVI War With Sweden—Union of November 4, 1814
27CHAPTER XXVI Haakon Herdebred (1161-1162) —Erling Skakke
58CHAPTER LVII The Union With Sweden
28CHAPTER XXVII Magnus Erlingson (1162-1184) —The Birchlegs
59CHAPTER LVIII Norwegian Literature
29CHAPTER XXVIII Sverre Sigurdson (1184-1202)
60CHAPTER LIX The Constitution of Norway
30CHAPTER XXIX Haakon Sverreson (1202-1204) , Guthorm Sigurdson (1204) , and Inge Baardson (1204-1217)
61Memorable Quotes
31CHAPTER XXX Haakon Haakonson the Old (1217-1263)
Will's Red CoatTom Ryan8h 23m$26 · $0.00
Here Is New YorkE. B. White1h 1m$5
The Travelling ApeMichael Mackay Richards12h 24m$25
Little PrincesConor Grennan9h 38m$29 · $0.00
We are Soldiers StillHarold G. Moore, Joseph L. Galloway7h 46m$26 · $0.00
The Road to San DonatoRobert Cocuzzo7h 29m$17 · $0.00
SouthErnest Shackleton15h 31m$2 · $0.00
Around the World in 60 SecondsNuseir Yassin7h 48m$26 · $0.00
Sailing Alone Around the WorldJoshua Slocum5h 24m$2 · $0.00
The Midwest Survival GuideCharlie Berens6h 6m$24 · $0.00
Local WondersTed Kooser6h 21m$14 · $0.00
A Haunted Road AtlasChristine Schiefer, Em Schulz6h 46m$17
Over the Edge of the WorldLaurence Bergreen6h 14m$24 · $0.00
The Worst Journey in the WorldApsley Cherry-Garrard20h 5m$32
What Really Happened In WuhanSharri Markson16h 28m$40 · $0.00
American RambleNeil King10h 58m$29 · $0.00
New York Nico's Guide to NYCNew York Nico4h 44m$20 · $0.00
In The Footsteps Of RamaVikrant Pande, Neelesh Kulkarni9h 45m$16 · $0.00
The Old WaysRobert Macfarlane11h 23m$20
Scott’s Last ExpeditionRobert Falcon Scott18h 35m$32
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