GYLLENBORG, Gustaf Fredrik.

Stockholm 1821 4 pp, Folded, No binding. Biblioteksstämpel. Count Gustaf Fredrik Gyllenborg (1731-1808) was a notable Swedish poet and writer. He was a prominent figure during the Swedish Enlightenment, known for his satirical and reflective poetry12. Gyllenborg was part of the Tankebyggarorden (Order of the Thought-builders), one of the earliest literary societies in Sweden2.Although he came from a politically influential family, Gyllenborg himself was not very active in politics. Instead, he focused on his literary and civil service career. His works often critiqued the weaknesses of modern society, reflecting the spirit of the French Romantic philosopher Rousseau1. He was also one of the original members of the Swedish Academy, holding Seat 13 from its founding until his death2.The early 19th century, when the speech you mentioned was delivered, was a period of significant political and social change in Sweden and Norway. The Napoleonic Wars had recently ended, and the political landscape of Europe was being reshaped. Sweden had lost Finland to Russia in 1809, which was a significant blow to the nation. This period was marked by efforts to modernize and stabilize the country, both politically and economically.