Sweden from Within. How Do People Really Live in the Country of Innovation and IKEA?

Sweden is the homeland of the Vikings and one of the oldest kingdoms in the world. It is a country of red houses, which has gifted the world the wonderful tales of Astrid Lindgren, the world-famous group ABBA, the popular... IKEA store chain, and the Nobel Prize. It consistently ranks among the happiest countries in the world, and it is also a country of equality and strong individuals who always prioritize family.
Ekaterina Kochelova has been working with the Swedish language for many years. She has been to Sweden several times and has been living in the kingdom for over a year. During this time, Ekaterina has been able to learn what Swedes are really like. In her book, she will talk about the everyday life of Swedes, introduce their mentality and customs. The author will explain why it is customary to serve exactly seven types of cookies at the table in Sweden, how to make an appointment with a Swedish doctor, and why it is necessary to warn your Swedish colleagues if you plan to heat up fish in the microwave.

You will learn:
• Why there are so many holidays in Sweden dedicated to various baked goods.
• How not to violate the personal space of Swedes at a bus stop.
• Why it is important to memorize week numbers for office work.
• Why "fika" is one of the factors of success in Swedish business.
• What forest baths are and why Swedes take them.