CULTURAL HERITAGE IN SWEDEN, THE. Preserving the Past for Posterity

Sweden 1998. All nations cherish and defend their collective memory, their cultural heritage. Owing to fortunate circumstances, not least almost two centuries of peace, Sweden has been able to preserve its cultural heritage in an almost unique manner. Archives, libraries, ancient monuments and museums are instruments by means of which a country establishes and maintains its identity. In this book the most important institutions engaged in preserving the Swedish cultural heritage describe in their own words their history, their current activities and their tasks for the future. Perspectives and approaches vary, but the various chapters taken together give a clear and comprehensive idea of the way in which Sweden has managed its cultural heritage in the past and is managing today., English, Year1998, Illust. B/W13, Illust. Color38, ISBN 9152005283, Code 3496. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Pages 159, Size 8 1/2”x 5”