Caroline Wilhelmsson's book is a groundbreaking study on Swedish queens from c. 970 to 1330, revealing their crucial roles in the formation of medieval power structures. It argues against the historical narrative that often portrays these women as powerless due to a patriarchal society. Drawing on limited yet impactful sources, the author highlights how these royal women influenced Swedish politics, religion, and culture, bringing diverse customs and education from their respective backgrounds. This work aims to redefine the perception of female leaders during the Middle Ages as more prevalent and influential than previously recognized.
No monograph, in either English or Swedish, has been written before about the Swedish queens of that period. ...It's time to revise the outdated view that powerful female leaders were rare and exceptional in the Middle Ages.
Many directly influenced Swedish politics, religion, and culture; and helped shape a monarchy which aimed to emulate European examples.
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