Robinson, John. An Account of Sueden: together with an extract of the history of that kingdom. [Microform]. London: Printed for Tim Goodwin, 1694.

John Robinson attempts to afford an "insiders" perspective of Sweden in the late 17^th century, when he resided there as a chaplain to the British embassy in Stockholm for nearly 30 years. In just under 200 pages he evaluates advantages and disadvantages of the Swedish military and commerce at its time of expansion into Estland and Lifland under Karl XI. Of the Baltics, he only mentions their numerous of fortresses and the ‘relative’ military strength of Riga, Revel and Narva. He writes mainly of Swedish military power, describing foot regiments and the costs of maintenance. He also describes the Chancellor’s of the University at Upsalla, mentions iron ore trade and provides historical reference to the Hanseatic League. Robinson’s militarist and political focus on Sweden, as well as a decidedly elitist tongue throughout the account, make it seem that this publication was a personal mark of stature and a reference for the English military. (SL 2005)