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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,

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Beginnings of Swedish literature. Religious works. Popular songs. Rhymed chronicles. Romances of chivalry,

Introduction of the Reformation. Translations of the Bible. Historical works. Mesmerism. Dramatical works. Religious literature,

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,