Publisher's Synopsis
The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa is a historical account of the Swedish Reformation and the reign of King Gustavus Vasa. Written by Paul Barron Watson and first published in 1889, the book delves into the political and religious upheavals that occurred in Sweden during the 16th century. The book begins with an overview of the state of Sweden prior to the reign of Gustavus Vasa, including the country's relationship with the Catholic Church and the influence of the Hanseatic League. It then goes on to detail the events that led to Gustavus Vasa's rise to power, including his escape from Danish captivity and his eventual coronation as King of Sweden. Watson provides a detailed analysis of Gustavus Vasa's reign, including his efforts to establish a strong central government, his promotion of Lutheranism as the state religion, and his military campaigns against Denmark and Russia. The book also explores the impact of the Reformation on Swedish society, including the dissolution of monasteries and the confiscation of church property. Overall, The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa is a comprehensive and informative account of a pivotal moment in Swedish history. It provides readers with a detailed understanding of the political, religious, and social changes that occurred during this tumultuous period, and sheds light on the legacy of Gustavus Vasa's reign.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
