Carolinians (Karoliner) - Verner von Heidenstam

Art. no. 216584067 24 Apr 2025

Karoliner is a collection of short stories by the Swedish author Verner von Heidenstam, published in two parts in 1897 and 1898. The work depicts events before and during the Great Northern War, with a special focus on Charles XII's Carolinian soldiers.

In Karoliner, Heidenstam portrays the Carolinian soldiers as brave and dedicated individuals, often in romantic and idealized forms. The stories explore themes such as honor, duty and sacrifice, and provide an insight into the spirit of the Swedish Empire. The work is considered to be part of Heidenstam's national romantic oeuvre and has had a significant impact on Swedish literary history.