Sweden's Development from Poverty to Affluence, 1750-1970

By Koblik

Contemporary Sweden commands a degree of interest and attention from foreigners that is all out of proportion to its small size and its present position among the world powers. The country, at least since the publication of Marquis Childs's book Sweden: The Middle Way in 1936, has become synonymous with the idea of a welfare state or cradle-to-grave social security. But accurate, unbiased information about the development of modern Sweden has been scanty, and this book is designed to fill the gap. Thirteen Swedish scholars - historians, political scientists, sociologists, and an economist - look at particular aspects of Swedish history over the last two centuries. Steven Koblik, the editor, provides an extensive general introduction as well as brief introductions as background for each of the essays.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0816607575
• ISBN13: 9780816607570
• Release Date: January 1975
• Publisher: University of Minnesota Press
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.