Much of what is known about early Nordic kingship comes from legends of oral tradition.
This book reviews new investigations into early Scandinavian kingship (fourth through
sixth centuries) using a number of written sources and runic inscriptions, primarily
the . Overall, Norr discusses the role of counsel, the political structure
of the Svear, high kingship and its interaction with "subjects"--particularly in
political decision making, and succession.

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