Almost Nearly Perfect People

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A fascinating exploration of the Nordic countries, revealing surprising facts and contradictions about their people and cultures. Michael Booth takes you on a journey through Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, and Norway, uncovering the quirks and complexities behind their global reputations.

A revealing look at the paradoxes and peculiarities of the Nordic nations.

Known for their happiness and high taxes, the Danes top the charts in well-being, while Sweden, often seen as neutral, stands among the world's largest arms producers. Finland boasts the highest gun ownership per capita after the US and Yemen, and in Iceland, over half the population believes in elves. Norway holds the title of the richest country on earth, yet some startling facts emerge, like 5% of Danish men admitting to sexual encounters with animals.

Michael Booth has spent more than a decade living intermittently among the Scandinavians, puzzled by their strange contradictions and the global fascination with all things Nordic. Leaving his home in Denmark, he travels through all five Nordic countries to uncover who these unique peoples really are, the reasons behind their success, and most intriguingly, how they view each other.

Throughout his journey, Booth uncovers a more complex and sometimes darker side to the region-one marked by taboos, intense localism, and a variety of extremists. This nuanced portrait challenges the simplistic, idyllic image often portrayed, offering readers a deeper understanding of these curious Nordic tribes.

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