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By Jan Sjåvik

one of many smallest nations in Europe, Norway has created for itself a place on the earth neighborhood, that is thoroughly out of share to the scale of its inhabitants. initially the house of sub-Arctic hunters and gatherers, then of ferocious Vikings, it misplaced maybe half its inhabitants to the Black demise in 1349, ended up in a union with Denmark that lasted until eventually 1814, after which turned united with Sweden, gaining whole independence in basic terms as lately as 1905. Over the centuries the Norwegians eked out a meager dwelling from stony fields and treacherous seas whereas pain via starvation, darkness, and chilly, besides the fact that, its contemporary efficient use of such traditional assets as hydroelectric strength, traditional gasoline, and oil has made the Norwegians a number of the richest humans on the planet. The ancient Dictionary of Norway offers a wealth of data that illuminates Norway's notable historical past, society, and tradition. this is often performed via a chronology, a bibliography, an introductory essay, appendixes, and over 250 cross-referenced dictionary entries overlaying occasions and contributors of historic, political, social, and cultural importance. either earlier and current political events are mentioned, significant financial sectors are defined, and easy monetary proof are supplied. a number of entries describe the background and sights of significant Norwegian towns, and Norway's position within the foreign neighborhood is designated besides offering an entire portrait of this vivid country.

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