Icelandic Anomalies
Jóhann P. Árnason
Iceland differs from the other Nordic countries in very significant ways, and broader comparative perspectives may be useful. Contrasts parallels with ‘new societies’ – overseas offshoots of European civilization should explored further. In Icelandic case, foundations society’ were laid during High Middle Ages. The medieval heritage is crucial to national identity, but it not a sufficient explanation later nation-forming processes. nationalist turn early 19th century began as response changes at centre Danish composite monarchy led demands for separate statehood. course process that culminated separation Denmark, intellectuals Copenhagen political leaders peasantry represented different versions nationalism. But shared culture crystallized this period continued shape events after independence.
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