The Magic of the Middle Ages

Viktor Rydberg (1828–1895) was a prominent 19th-century Swedish author, journalist, and cultural figure. He earned recognition for his contributions in multiple literary genres including poetry, fiction, and cultural and historical analysis. Born on December 18, 1828, in Jönköping, Rydberg overcame a childhood of poverty to become one of the leading intellectual lights of his nation. His diverse i...