The Swedish North Star, continuously published since 1872. Price per copy $3.50. Volume 147 No. 07, May 01, 2019.
Discovering Swedish wine The people’s Ambassador Nordic mythology Maybe it isn’t surprising that one of the world’s most recognized Swedish words is about imbibing with friends and toasting their health: skål! Sweden is known for its aquavit and vodka but it may be surprising that Sweden is also in the business of growing grapes for making wine – both at home and abroad. / p 15
Swedish Ambassador to the United States, Karin Olofsdotter, has a never-ending curiosity and genuine interest in people and just about everything in general. The work she’s done and the lives she’s touched since she came to Washington, DC reflect the experience and passion she has for her work. / p 13
The Viking Age was historic in ways we can’t imagine repeating, and yet the world is fascinated with their reality and daily life, which included a sort of religious framework we call Norse mythology. Following up on last issue’s “Old Ways” we’re peeling back the layers of the Nordic mythological legends. / p 22
Första Maj, Sweden’s Labor Day / p2 Increasing road safety with systems that monitor the driver. / p5 The Nordic Way, part II - on the distinctiveness of Scandinavia today. / p25 A classic literary dish and the perfect dessert for the picnic / p25-26
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