A Journal of the Swedish Embassy in the Years 1653 and 1654, Vol II. by Whitelocke
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"A Journal of the Swedish Embassy in the Years 1653 and 1654, Vol II" by Bulstrode Whitelocke is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides a detailed narrative of Whitelocke's diplomatic mission as the ambassador for the Commonwealth of England to Sweden during a time of significant political maneuvering. The journal primarily focuses on the complexities of international relations, negotiations for alliances, and the personal experiences of the
ambassador in a foreign court. The opening of the journal sets the scene for Whitelocke's challenging diplomatic efforts as he navigates various obstacles in his negotiations with the Swedish court. He recounts his interactions with key figures, including Count de Montecuculi, the French Resident, and several Swedish senators, who either assist or complicate his mission. Through initial meetings and discussions, Whitelocke reveals the tensions and intrigues surrounding his quest to form an alliance with Sweden, all while hinting at delays due to the Queen's impending abdication and the ongoing peace negotiations with the Dutch. The narrative conveys a sense of the delicate balance of power during this tumultuous period in European politics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Whitelocke, Bulstrode, 1605-1675 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Morton, Charles, 1716-1799 |
| Editor | Reeve, Henry, 1813-1895 |
| Title | A Journal of the Swedish Embassy in the Years 1653 and 1654, Vol II. |
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Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Louise Pryor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia |
| Subject | Sweden -- History -- Christina, 1632-1654 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Foreign relations -- Sweden |
| Subject | Sweden -- Foreign relations -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17407 |
| Release Date | Dec 28, 2005 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 538 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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