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Property rights or the legitimate behavioural relations regarding the use of scarce resources are a subject which has concerned past societies as profoundly as it does our own. At a regional level Danish woods had until 1830 represented a resource shortage - whether real or imagined - since at least the Middle Ages.But what that resource comprised was anything but simple. It was made up of a bundle of 'resource layers' such as pasture, leaf fodder, mast, hunting, timber, firewood, coppice, potential cultivation and even social standing. And this complexity was amply reflected in the property structure. "A Windfall for the Magnates" examines the development of woodland ownership from the Middle Ages to the first half of the nineteenth century. Its focus is not the juridical ideals of woodland property but the realities of divergent property concepts visible in legislation, trial records and other legal documents. In broad, it outlines the development and describes a transition from feudal commonage to individual private ownership. But the process was not without deviations. Even the form of capitalist land ownership that concludes the process is essentially ambiguous. ... Read more

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This book tells the story of a fertile European country that, as a result of over-population and military armament, over-exploited its fields and forests in a nonsustainable fashion. By the eighteenth century, Denmark, along with other European countries, found itself in an ecological crisis: clear felling of forests, sand drift, floods, inadequate soil fertilization and cattle disease. This book explains how the crisis was overcome, and is the first attempt to understand early modern Europe from a consistently ecological viewpoint. ... Read more

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Thorkild's Taudry Tale
Unfortunately, an 'ecohistorical' interpretation of Denmark's past will always gain a hardy following of critics.Such criticism necessarily devotes its firepower to outlining how 'radical' and 'what a break from tradition' it is.It only breaks from a tradition that accepts man's relationship with the earth as being one of master and servant.By historicising that particular statement, one would discover that humanity's relationship with the earth (our Mother) has not always been so short-sighted.

I recommend this book ...When such important historical writing has such a princely price tag it's no wonder that the world is mired in such dilemmas.Of course, scholars deserve adequate remuneration, but not at the expense of the public good.

Kjaergaard's destruction of the 'common-sense' paradigms that dominate so much scholarship is certainly worth a read - even if it does reek of 'Khmer Rouge' politics.Until the problems that he discusses are removed from the earth, his history will remain relevant.Perhaps any such removal would necessitate the cessation of 'homo historicity'.I certainly hope not!

A refreshing lunatic
I think that The danish revolution is intersting for a number of reasons. First of all it is provocative in the sense that it questions the tradition af danish history. TK does not agree with the old view that the reforms oflate 18th century marked the beginning of a new progressive period ofdanish agricultural history. On the contrary he focuses on the brekdown ofthe rural community which, according to Mr. Tk. was the basis of theecological recovery the 18th century. This I think is an interesting newangle.

Mr. Kjaergaard is a raving lunatic... An opinion.
The Danish Revolution, 1500-1800: An Ecohistorical Interpretation(Studies in enviroment and History) by Thorkild Kjaergaard

First of all let medeclare that I in no way question the methodology used by Mr. Kjaergaard.What I do question is his political and enviromental ideas which he usesthis book to further. These really quite entertaining ideas are a"wonderfull" mix of the ideology of Khmer Rouge and a more orless academic version of the ideas of Greenpeace. The book is a great read,should one want a laugh combined with an interesting new historicalviewpoint (ecological-history).A new form of history that really could bean interesting science. When the book was first published in Denmark itcaused quite a debate in the intelectual circlesand Mr. Kjaergaard, whohas often brought forth highly controversial views regarding a broadspectre subjects, was by most people ridiculed and many commented that Mr.Kjaergaard might have lost the key to his ivory tower and therefore totallylost his connection to "the real world". I agree in that theorybut nonetheless I found the book an interesting read and would reccomend ithighly to those who find very subjective history interesting.

Mr. Kjaergaard is a raving lunatic... An opinion.
First of all let me declare that I in no way question the methodology used by Mr. Kjaergaard. What I do question is his political and enviromentalideas which he uses this book to further. These really quite entertainingideas are a "wonderfull" mix of the ideology of Khmer Rouge and amore or less academic version of the ideas of Greenpeace. The book is agreat read, should one want a laugh combined with an interesting newhistorical viewpoint (ecological-history).A new form of history that reallycould be an interesting science. When the book was first published inDenmark it caused quite a debate in the intelectual circlesand Mr.Kjaergaard, who has often brought forth highly controversial viewsregarding a broad spectre subjects, was by most people ridiculed and manycommented that Mr. Kjaergaard might have lost the key to his ivory towerand therefore totally lost his connection to "the real world". Iagree in that theory but nonetheless I found the book an interesting readand would reccomend it highly to those who find very subjective historyinteresting. ... Read more

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Denmark has recently come to the attention to global strategic planners.This report puts these executives on the fast track.Ten chapters provide: an overview of how to strategically access this important market, a discussion on economic fundamentals, marketing & distribution options, export and direct investment options, and full risk assessments (political, cultural, legal, human resources).Ample statistical benchmarks and comparative graphs are given. ... Read more

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One of the largest states in Europe and the greatest of the Protestant powers, Denmark in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries was at the height of its influence. Embracing Norway, Iceland, portions of southern Sweden and northern Germany, the Danish monarchy dominated the vital Baltic trade. However, its geopolitical importance far exceeded its modest resources. Paul Douglas Lockhart examines the short and perhaps unlikely career of Denmark as the major power of northern Europe, exploring its rise to the forefront of European affairs and its subsequent decline in fortunes following its disastrous involvement in the Thirty Years' War.

Using the latest research from Danish and other Scandinavian scholars Lockhart focuses on key issues, from the dynamic role of the Oldenburg monarchy in bringing about Denmark's "European integration", to the impact of the Protestant Reformation on Danish culture. The multi-national character of the Danish monarchy is explored in-depth, in particular how the Oldenburg kings of Denmark sought to establish their authority over their sizable-and oftentimes contentious-Norwegian, Icelandic, and German minorities. Denmark's participation in international politics and commerce is also investigated, along with the power struggle between Denmark and its rival Sweden over Baltic dominion, and the Danes' unique approach to internal governance. ... Read more

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No inquirer delving through the strata of Denmark's past in search of its well-springs can fail to strike a flood of beer, gushing forth in endless variety and profusion. Down through the centuries beer remained an essential element in the diet. Brewing has been a household art practised all over in town and country alike. This book examines the productive activities by virtue of which the nation's beer requirements were met. Brewing made use of one of the nation's economically most prominent crops.The first chapters contain an account of old-time brewing involving a discussion of the character of the beer, then follows the emergence and establishment of commercial brewing under the aegis of a guild, relations with the municipal authorities and the central government, furthermore foreign and domestic competition, taxation, price control, government orders and trade conditions. The Copenhagen rota brewing system, a sales cartel, is considered separately.This leads on to depict some of the main themes of development during the eventful 19th century, when large scale brewing was introduced based on top-fermented beers, improved refrigeration, quality control due to new insight in the laws of nature, as well as improved quality of barley and other raw materials. ... Read more

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The second edition of the Historical Dictionary of Denmark relates the history of this successful country through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on kings, politicians, officials, explorers, authors, architects, composers, painters, astronomers, educationists, reformers, political parties, social movements, and other aspects of Danish society. ... Read more

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

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Classical Danish archeology

The must-have text for Danish archeology, it is an essential part of the P.V. Glob collection, with The Mound People and The Bog People.The science behind the work is somewhat outdated, so a revision with rigorous review by contemporary archeologists would be nice; but unlikely to happen, as the author is long since dead.In any case, it is fascinating reading. ... Read more

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The fairyland continues to mature!!
Journey Through Denmark represents an excellent review of a delightful country that continues to retain its old historic presence in the world coupled with its thoughtful voyage into the modern world.The charm of its villages and towns with their own unique personalities is highlighted superbly in their descriptions and the references to their trying to keep up with the modern world quickly helps the reader place this country into a category that says:I really MUST visit this country!.The charm of Copenhagen and the other larger cities is well portrayed and the best part of the book is in the descriptions of the many small towns and villages that gives Denmark that "Fairyland" label.It is a book well worth owning and will never become outdated. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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An investigation into the nature and workings of the household in one part of northern Europe (in Western Denmark), focusing on the Early Iron Age (c 500 BC-AD 200), considering the household unit and its internal social relations. It includes an introduction to the geographical and archaeological context and the dataset, chapters on the nature of the household group and its relationship to the wider community, analysis of the structure and use of space within the Early Iron Age farmstead, the architecture of the longhouse, and the domestic space outside the house and depositional practices. ... Read more

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To commemorate the opening of the OECD historical archives to thepublic and their deposit at the European University Institute, the OECD askeda group of EUI historians to prepare a book on the role played by the MarshallPlan and the Organisation for European Economic Cooperation in the economicrecovery and rehabilitation of Europe.This book examines important episodesin the OEEC's history from the original offer of Marshall Plan aid in 1947 tothe decision to create the OECD in 1960.The book presents information on themain stream of research and available archives on the Marshall Plan and theOEEC.Theme and country studies underline the challenge to and the role ofthe OEEC in the distribution of Marshall Plan aid and the implementation of aEuropean recovery program. ... Read more