Norwegian Literature since 1814.
Unfavorable conditions for the foundation of an independent Norwegian literature, and efforts to improve these conditions. Wergeland and Welhaven, their respective positions, their feuds and their significance. Munch, Asbjörnsen, Moe, Björnson, Ibsen, Lie and others. Contributions in the various departments of science, 293
SWEDEN.
Works of Reference, 313
The Middle Age (until 1520).
Beginnings of Swedish literature. Religious works. Popular songs. Rhymed chronicles. Romances of chivalry, 317
Period of the Reformation (1520–1640).
Introduction of the Reformation. Translations of the Bible. Historical works. Mesmerism. Dramatical works. Religious literature, 322
The Stjernhjelm Period (1640–1740).
Sweden's golden age, founded and advanced by great kings. Stjernhjelm as polyhistor and poet. His influence and his successors. Dahlstjerna. Poets of minor importance. Characteristics of Swedish historiography. Verelius. Rudbek. Werwing. Widekindi. Pufendorf . Peringskjöld and others. The other scientific branches, 331
