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Since the advent of {{wp|mass media}} and its increasingly greater reach due to the internet, Glanish {{wp|popular culture}} has {{wp|cultural globalization|spread across}} the globe over the pass three decades. Despite the nation's relatively small size when compared to other modern nations, its music, cinema, media, and television, as well as its unique style of comedy and sporting events are consumed internationally (especially throughout Asura). As a result, the nation is frequently referred to as a "cultural superpower". Glanodel is also one of the largest consumers per capita in the world and has one of the most stable and expansive economies. | Since the advent of {{wp|mass media}} and its increasingly greater reach due to the internet, Glanish {{wp|popular culture}} has {{wp|cultural globalization|spread across}} the globe over the pass three decades. Despite the nation's relatively small size when compared to other modern nations, its music, cinema, media, and television, as well as its unique style of comedy and sporting events are consumed internationally (especially throughout Asura). As a result, the nation is frequently referred to as a "cultural superpower". Glanodel is also one of the largest consumers per capita in the world and has one of the most stable and expansive economies. | ||
==Language== | ==Language== | ||
{{wp|Danish language|Lhedwinic}} is considered the de facto national language and has been the dominant language spoken in Glanodel since it first surfaced on the Lhedinic Isles between the 12th and 14th century. When the Commonwealth's Constitution was ratified in 1900, an official language was apparently intentionally omitted, and thus Glanodel has no official language at the federal level. Aldinnheim, Eimivollr, Einvigibiod, Fossland, and Jokulheim are, as of 1968, the only cantons to establish an official language (all of which adopted Lhedwinic). | <!--{{wp|Danish language|Lhedwinic}} is considered the de facto national language and has been the dominant language spoken in Glanodel since it first surfaced on the Lhedinic Isles between the 12th and 14th century. When the Commonwealth's Constitution was ratified in 1900, an official language was apparently intentionally omitted, and thus Glanodel has no official language at the federal level. Aldinnheim, Eimivollr, Einvigibiod, Fossland, and Jokulheim are, as of 1968, the only cantons to establish an official language (all of which adopted Lhedwinic). | ||
According to the 2010 nationwide census, just over 78% of Glanish citizens speak Lhedwinic as a first language. Over 120 different languages besides Lhedwinic have native speakers in Glanodel-some of which are spoken by the indigenous peoples, with the others being imported by immigrants. | According to the 2010 nationwide census, just over 78% of Glanish citizens speak Lhedwinic as a first language. Over 120 different languages besides Lhedwinic have native speakers in Glanodel-some of which are spoken by the indigenous peoples, with the others being imported by immigrants. | ||
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* Midrasian (4.5%) | * Midrasian (4.5%) | ||
* Aquidish (4.4%) | * Aquidish (4.4%) | ||
* Other languages (3.9%) | * Other languages (3.9%)--> | ||
==Human rights== | ==Human rights== | ||
[[File:Margaret_Thatcher.png|thumb|right|200px|The first female President of Glanodel, Margrete Thrane, elected in 1930 and reelected in 1936.]] | <!--[[File:Margaret_Thatcher.png|thumb|right|200px|The first female President of Glanodel, Margrete Thrane, elected in 1930 and reelected in 1936.]] | ||
Glanodel has historically been one of the most {{wp|Cultural liberalism|socially liberal}} countries in the world and social policies (laws aimed at shaping public moral and behavioral norms) have never received much support from the Glanish public. Thus, legislation and policies adopted to protect or grant rights to groups such as women, minorities, and LGBT citizens were seen as redundant for many years due to the fact that the rights of these individuals were never legally abridged. | Glanodel has historically been one of the most {{wp|Cultural liberalism|socially liberal}} countries in the world and social policies (laws aimed at shaping public moral and behavioral norms) have never received much support from the Glanish public. Thus, legislation and policies adopted to protect or grant rights to groups such as women, minorities, and LGBT citizens were seen as redundant for many years due to the fact that the rights of these individuals were never legally abridged. | ||
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Glanodel's largest city, Graylund is one of the most popular destinations in the world for LGBT travelers. The main gay and lesbian festival of the year is Graylund Pride, a large, {{wp|carnival}}-like bash that occurs on a Saturday in early August. There's also the Graylund Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, held each year in October. In addition, Graylund has been host to numerous "Out Conferences" which are regular gatherings of international LGBT rights organizations. | Glanodel's largest city, Graylund is one of the most popular destinations in the world for LGBT travelers. The main gay and lesbian festival of the year is Graylund Pride, a large, {{wp|carnival}}-like bash that occurs on a Saturday in early August. There's also the Graylund Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, held each year in October. In addition, Graylund has been host to numerous "Out Conferences" which are regular gatherings of international LGBT rights organizations. | ||
A noteworthy exception to the generally left-leaning politics of Glanodel was the Supreme Court's ''Glaseret v. LSK'' ruling in 1974 which stated that, ''"while federal and cantonal agencies are bound by the Constitution to serve all citizens equally without discrimination, the government does not have the authority to compel private organizations to do the same. Thus, any private, or partially private companies reserve the right to refuse service and employment on any grounds they see fit."'' This being said, most public polls indicate that it is very rare (almost nonexistent) for a private company based in Glanodel to refuse employment for any reason other than a lack of credentials or refuse service for any reason. Additionally, most companies, in cooperation with unions, have a company mandated anti-discrimination policy. | A noteworthy exception to the generally left-leaning politics of Glanodel was the Supreme Court's ''Glaseret v. LSK'' ruling in 1974 which stated that, ''"while federal and cantonal agencies are bound by the Constitution to serve all citizens equally without discrimination, the government does not have the authority to compel private organizations to do the same. Thus, any private, or partially private companies reserve the right to refuse service and employment on any grounds they see fit."'' This being said, most public polls indicate that it is very rare (almost nonexistent) for a private company based in Glanodel to refuse employment for any reason other than a lack of credentials or refuse service for any reason. Additionally, most companies, in cooperation with unions, have a company mandated anti-discrimination policy.--> | ||
==Folklore== | ==Folklore== | ||
[[File:A Midsummer Night's Dream (2005).jpg|thumb|right|250px|{{wp|A Midsummer Night's Dream|A Dark Night in the Fairy Valley}} (''En Mørkaften i Feydale'') is a play created during the late Renaissance Era, deeply rooted in North Asuran mythology.]] | <!--[[File:A Midsummer Night's Dream (2005).jpg|thumb|right|250px|{{wp|A Midsummer Night's Dream|A Dark Night in the Fairy Valley}} (''En Mørkaften i Feydale'') is a play created during the late Renaissance Era, deeply rooted in North Asuran mythology.]] | ||
Glanish folklore is made up of folk tales, legends, songs, music, dancing, popular beliefs and traditions, mostly communicated by the inhabitants of towns and villages across the country. Many of these were passed on from generation to generation by word of mouth. As in neighboring countries, interest in folklore grew with an emerging feeling of national consciousness and a surge of {{wp|national romanticism}} during the beginning of the 20th century Glanodel. Katrine J. Dahl is probably one of the most notable historians and archivists of early Dalish folklore. Although Dahl is best known for her book series ''Battle of the Five Kings'', a series of four books based on early Glanish culture, Dahl traveled across the country while writing the books, collecting innumerable folktales, songs, and sayings while observing traditional dress in various regions. Folklore today is part of the national heritage, represented in particular by national and local traditions, songs, theater, folk dances, and literature. | Glanish folklore is made up of folk tales, legends, songs, music, dancing, popular beliefs and traditions, mostly communicated by the inhabitants of towns and villages across the country. Many of these were passed on from generation to generation by word of mouth. As in neighboring countries, interest in folklore grew with an emerging feeling of national consciousness and a surge of {{wp|national romanticism}} during the beginning of the 20th century Glanodel. Katrine J. Dahl is probably one of the most notable historians and archivists of early Dalish folklore. Although Dahl is best known for her book series ''Battle of the Five Kings'', a series of four books based on early Glanish culture, Dahl traveled across the country while writing the books, collecting innumerable folktales, songs, and sayings while observing traditional dress in various regions. Folklore today is part of the national heritage, represented in particular by national and local traditions, songs, theater, folk dances, and literature. | ||
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The traditional costumes of Glanodel, though varying from region to region, date back roughly to the period between 1750 and 1900 when clothes were often home-made from yarn spun from wool or flax. In rural communities, the fabrication of garments for both family members and servants was an important part of everyday life. The artist Frede Schmidt, who had traveled across Glanodel as a soldier in the mid-19th century, took an interest in sketching people in local costumes in various parts of the country. He completed his collection of 31 colored sketches in 1864, publishing them as colored lithographs in ''Glenske Nationaldragter'' (Glenish National Costumes). | The traditional costumes of Glanodel, though varying from region to region, date back roughly to the period between 1750 and 1900 when clothes were often home-made from yarn spun from wool or flax. In rural communities, the fabrication of garments for both family members and servants was an important part of everyday life. The artist Frede Schmidt, who had traveled across Glanodel as a soldier in the mid-19th century, took an interest in sketching people in local costumes in various parts of the country. He completed his collection of 31 colored sketches in 1864, publishing them as colored lithographs in ''Glenske Nationaldragter'' (Glenish National Costumes). | ||
Numerous Glanish folktales contain a range of mythical figures such as trolls, {{wp|elves}}, {{wp|goblins}}, and {{wp|wights}} as well as figures from Dalish mythology like {{wp|giants}} and ''lygtemænd'' (hobby lanterns). The ''{{wp|Nisse (folklore)|nisse}}'' is a particularly well known legendary figure in Glenish folklore, apparently dating back to Nordic times when it was believed there were household gods. Traditionally each farm had its own nisse living on the loft or in a stable. Dressed in grey with a pointed red cap, he was no taller than a 10-year-old boy. The nisse would be helpful if treated well, for instance by offering him a bowl of porridge with a clump of butter at night, but, failing good treatment, he could become quite troublesome and mean. | Numerous Glanish folktales contain a range of mythical figures such as trolls, {{wp|elves}}, {{wp|goblins}}, and {{wp|wights}} as well as figures from Dalish mythology like {{wp|giants}} and ''lygtemænd'' (hobby lanterns). The ''{{wp|Nisse (folklore)|nisse}}'' is a particularly well known legendary figure in Glenish folklore, apparently dating back to Nordic times when it was believed there were household gods. Traditionally each farm had its own nisse living on the loft or in a stable. Dressed in grey with a pointed red cap, he was no taller than a 10-year-old boy. The nisse would be helpful if treated well, for instance by offering him a bowl of porridge with a clump of butter at night, but, failing good treatment, he could become quite troublesome and mean.--> | ||
==Cuisine== | ==Cuisine== | ||
[[File:Smørrebrød at Kastrup IMG 8275 C.JPG|thumb|right|250px|Smørrebrød (open sandwich), Left: Roast beef with remoulade, tomato and shredded horseradish on Danish rye bread Right: Egg, prawns, lemon and mayonnaise on white bread]] | <!--[[File:Smørrebrød at Kastrup IMG 8275 C.JPG|thumb|right|250px|Smørrebrød (open sandwich), Left: Roast beef with remoulade, tomato and shredded horseradish on Danish rye bread Right: Egg, prawns, lemon and mayonnaise on white bread]] | ||
Glanodel enjoys a very diverse food culture with cooking traditions influenced by food cultures throughout Asura since the 12th century, and several new traditions being imported from around the globe since the mid-20th century. | Glanodel enjoys a very diverse food culture with cooking traditions influenced by food cultures throughout Asura since the 12th century, and several new traditions being imported from around the globe since the mid-20th century. | ||
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{{wp|Akvavit}} is a popular alcoholic distilled beverage, and the drinking of snaps is of cultural importance. Glanodel is known for enjoying an open-minded drinking culture. Buying alcohol is legal in shops at the age of 16, and in bars at 18. There is no minimum drinking age. However, teens are traditionally allowed to begin drinking as 13- to 14-year-olds. The traditional flat and dry crisp bread has developed into several contemporary variants. Regionally important foods are the ''surströmming'' (a fermented fish) in northern Glanodel and eel in southern Glanodel. Glanish traditional dishes, some of which are many hundreds of years old, others perhaps a century or less, are still a very important part of Glanish everyday meals, in spite of the fact that modern-day Glanish cuisine adopts many international dishes. In August, at the traditional feast known as crayfish party, kräftskiva, GLanish people eat large amounts of crayfish boiled with dill. | {{wp|Akvavit}} is a popular alcoholic distilled beverage, and the drinking of snaps is of cultural importance. Glanodel is known for enjoying an open-minded drinking culture. Buying alcohol is legal in shops at the age of 16, and in bars at 18. There is no minimum drinking age. However, teens are traditionally allowed to begin drinking as 13- to 14-year-olds. The traditional flat and dry crisp bread has developed into several contemporary variants. Regionally important foods are the ''surströmming'' (a fermented fish) in northern Glanodel and eel in southern Glanodel. Glanish traditional dishes, some of which are many hundreds of years old, others perhaps a century or less, are still a very important part of Glanish everyday meals, in spite of the fact that modern-day Glanish cuisine adopts many international dishes. In August, at the traditional feast known as crayfish party, kräftskiva, GLanish people eat large amounts of crayfish boiled with dill. | ||
However, since the end of the Great War, and especially since the rise in immigration and tourism since the late 60s and early 70s, Glanish foods have greatly diversified, mostly made possible with the rise of free trade and importation of foreign ingredients. Restaurants with food traditions traced back to nations across Asura are very common, and dining establishments with food traditions from Ternca, Cheonsam, Den Helder, and Rosht are becoming increasingly common as of 2010. | However, since the end of the Great War, and especially since the rise in immigration and tourism since the late 60s and early 70s, Glanish foods have greatly diversified, mostly made possible with the rise of free trade and importation of foreign ingredients. Restaurants with food traditions traced back to nations across Asura are very common, and dining establishments with food traditions from Ternca, Cheonsam, Den Helder, and Rosht are becoming increasingly common as of 2010.--> | ||
==Sports== | ==Sports== | ||
[[File:Ice Hockey Denmark vs. Norway 2015.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Hockey is one of the most popular sporting activities in Glanodel.]] | <!--[[File:Ice Hockey Denmark vs. Norway 2015.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Hockey is one of the most popular sporting activities in Glanodel.]] | ||
Sports are very popular in Glanodel. Local, community teams are a regular occurrence in most towns and local sporting events are sponsored by local businesses through {{wp|concession stand|snack bars}} and advertisements and are held in stadiums and fields maintained by local sponsors, subsidized by the local government. The two main spectator sports are {{wp|rugby football|rugby}} and {{wp|ice hockey}}. Thereafter, {{wp|football}}, {{wp|golf}}, {{wp|track and field}}, and the {{wp|team sports}} of {{wp|basketball}} and {{wp|bandy}} are the most popular. | Sports are very popular in Glanodel. Local, community teams are a regular occurrence in most towns and local sporting events are sponsored by local businesses through {{wp|concession stand|snack bars}} and advertisements and are held in stadiums and fields maintained by local sponsors, subsidized by the local government. The two main spectator sports are {{wp|rugby football|rugby}} and {{wp|ice hockey}}. Thereafter, {{wp|football}}, {{wp|golf}}, {{wp|track and field}}, and the {{wp|team sports}} of {{wp|basketball}} and {{wp|bandy}} are the most popular. | ||
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The Glanish national men and women's ice hockey teams, known as Hvide Ulve (White Wolves), is regarded as one of the best in the world. The team has won the World Championships several times, placing them among the top five of highest, all-time medal count. Hvide Ulve also came in first place in and won the most medals in in the 2016 Winter Games. In 2006, Tre Kronor became the first national hockey team to win both the Olympic and world championships in the same year. The Glanish national rugby team is the most successful international rugby team, holding the record for the most consecutive international championships and currently has more Rugby World Cups than any other nations. The Glanish national football league (Glankse Landesliga, or Telekom Landesliga) is also fairly successful, though not receiving as much popular support as ice hockey or rugby. The top Glanish football teams are the Bjergsted IK (#4), F.C. Særland (#2), Skanderborg Spækhuggere AC (#3), and F.C. Sørland (#1). | The Glanish national men and women's ice hockey teams, known as Hvide Ulve (White Wolves), is regarded as one of the best in the world. The team has won the World Championships several times, placing them among the top five of highest, all-time medal count. Hvide Ulve also came in first place in and won the most medals in in the 2016 Winter Games. In 2006, Tre Kronor became the first national hockey team to win both the Olympic and world championships in the same year. The Glanish national rugby team is the most successful international rugby team, holding the record for the most consecutive international championships and currently has more Rugby World Cups than any other nations. The Glanish national football league (Glankse Landesliga, or Telekom Landesliga) is also fairly successful, though not receiving as much popular support as ice hockey or rugby. The top Glanish football teams are the Bjergsted IK (#4), F.C. Særland (#2), Skanderborg Spækhuggere AC (#3), and F.C. Sørland (#1). | ||
Other big sports events include several championships of curling, athletics, skiing, bandy, figure skating, and swimming. Other popular sports include golf, mostly popular among the older demographic; tennis, in which Glanodel is successful on a professional level; and indoor sports such as badminton and various forms of gymnastics. | Other big sports events include several championships of curling, athletics, skiing, bandy, figure skating, and swimming. Other popular sports include golf, mostly popular among the older demographic; tennis, in which Glanodel is successful on a professional level; and indoor sports such as badminton and various forms of gymnastics.--> | ||
==Painting== | ==Painting== | ||
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==Literature== | ==Literature== | ||
[[File:Gutenberg Bible, New York Public Library, USA. Pic 01.jpg|250px|thumbnail|right|The Graylund Edda is one of the oldest Edda still in existence. Printed in the 1450s, the texts are currently located in St. Sofie Cathedral in Vænholm.]] | <!--[[File:Gutenberg Bible, New York Public Library, USA. Pic 01.jpg|250px|thumbnail|right|The Graylund Edda is one of the oldest Edda still in existence. Printed in the 1450s, the texts are currently located in St. Sofie Cathedral in Vænholm.]] | ||
Glanish literature dates back to the early 5th century with the establishment of the Addindirin cult and its leader, [[Addindir]]'s final work, the ''[[Thu'um]]'' ("The Voice"), one of the primary bodies of texts that make up the Edda. The Thu'um was also, later used as the basis for the standardization of the Lhedwinic language in the 16th century. Education also saw extensive improvements and expansion in the late 16th century and with the popularization of secular ideals in the 17th century, this period saw several notable, Glanish authors further develop the Lhedwinic language. It was also around this period that Glanodel's reputation of skilled authors and poets began with writers such as the political theorist and satirist Albin Ohly. Being the author of both ''Hjärtat av en nation'' ("The Heart of a Nation") and ''Staten och Folk'' ("The State and the People"), Ohly is generally associated with his political activism during the early 16th century. However, many authors and historians today consider him to be responsible for originating the subjects and themes commonly associated with one of the two prominent genres in Glanish literature, social satire. | Glanish literature dates back to the early 5th century with the establishment of the Addindirin cult and its leader, [[Addindir]]'s final work, the ''[[Thu'um]]'' ("The Voice"), one of the primary bodies of texts that make up the Edda. The Thu'um was also, later used as the basis for the standardization of the Lhedwinic language in the 16th century. Education also saw extensive improvements and expansion in the late 16th century and with the popularization of secular ideals in the 17th century, this period saw several notable, Glanish authors further develop the Lhedwinic language. It was also around this period that Glanodel's reputation of skilled authors and poets began with writers such as the political theorist and satirist Albin Ohly. Being the author of both ''Hjärtat av en nation'' ("The Heart of a Nation") and ''Staten och Folk'' ("The State and the People"), Ohly is generally associated with his political activism during the early 16th century. However, many authors and historians today consider him to be responsible for originating the subjects and themes commonly associated with one of the two prominent genres in Glanish literature, social satire. | ||
Since the start of the 1900s, however, literature and publishing have become even more important and widely recognized as a significant part of modern Glanish culture. Perhaps the most famous writer in Glanish history is Edith Lundstrom (1910-81), the author of the most famous series of books to come from Glanodel, the ''Battle of the Five Kings''. Written between 1937 and 1949, Lundstrom took heavy inspiration from Glanish history during the [[Rauthmál]] and Glanish myths and legends, as well as tales from old [[Trúathi|Trúathist]] traditions. The series of four books is attributed with starting the fantasy genre and is still one of the best selling book series in history. Today, book publishing is one of the seven major industries of Glanodel and one of its main cultural exports. | Since the start of the 1900s, however, literature and publishing have become even more important and widely recognized as a significant part of modern Glanish culture. Perhaps the most famous writer in Glanish history is Edith Lundstrom (1910-81), the author of the most famous series of books to come from Glanodel, the ''Battle of the Five Kings''. Written between 1937 and 1949, Lundstrom took heavy inspiration from Glanish history during the [[Rauthmál]] and Glanish myths and legends, as well as tales from old [[Trúathi|Trúathist]] traditions. The series of four books is attributed with starting the fantasy genre and is still one of the best selling book series in history. Today, book publishing is one of the seven major industries of Glanodel and one of its main cultural exports.--> | ||
==Architecture== | ==Architecture== | ||
[[File:Kopenhagen (DK), Peblinge-See, Søpavillonen -- 2017 -- 1453.jpg|thumb|right|300px|A residence used by the President of Glanodel for a variety of diplomatic events, special occasions (such as holidays), and recreational retreats for by the president, their family, and their staff. It's located in Graylund and commonly referred to as Olesengodser (Olesen Estates).]] | <!--[[File:Kopenhagen (DK), Peblinge-See, Søpavillonen -- 2017 -- 1453.jpg|thumb|right|300px|A residence used by the President of Glanodel for a variety of diplomatic events, special occasions (such as holidays), and recreational retreats for by the president, their family, and their staff. It's located in Graylund and commonly referred to as Olesengodser (Olesen Estates).]] | ||
Glanish architecture was established around the 16th century during the Glanish Renaissance as a burgeoning upper, commoner class could afford to hire their own architects, a privilege originally reserved for the wealthy nobility. Prior to that, wooden houses were the most commonly used forms of architecture until the end of the 15th century when a slow transition began focusing on {{wp|Timber_framing#Half-timbering|half-timbered}} properties, structures using heavy squared-off and carefully fitted and joined timbers with joints secured by large wooden pegs (larger versions of the mortise and tenon joints in furniture). This form of architecture was actually so durable and effective that many of the structures from the late 1500s and early 1600s are still standing and in use, though with some modernization such as being outfitted with electrical wiring. | Glanish architecture was established around the 16th century during the Glanish Renaissance as a burgeoning upper, commoner class could afford to hire their own architects, a privilege originally reserved for the wealthy nobility. Prior to that, wooden houses were the most commonly used forms of architecture until the end of the 15th century when a slow transition began focusing on {{wp|Timber_framing#Half-timbering|half-timbered}} properties, structures using heavy squared-off and carefully fitted and joined timbers with joints secured by large wooden pegs (larger versions of the mortise and tenon joints in furniture). This form of architecture was actually so durable and effective that many of the structures from the late 1500s and early 1600s are still standing and in use, though with some modernization such as being outfitted with electrical wiring. | ||
Starting in the 17th century, symmetry and regularity became primary concerns of most architects, often enhanced by a projecting central section on the main façade. This remained the focus of most building endeavors in Glanodel until in the 1800s when a style of architecture known as {{wp|Historicism (art)|historicism}} appeared. With the arrival of Historicism, special importance was attached to high standards of craftsmanship and proper use of materials. Historicism remained the primary style used throughout the country from the later half of the 19th century until the the early 21st century. Many of Glanodel's oldest public buildings are good examples of the historicist style such as the buildings in Herregård. | Starting in the 17th century, symmetry and regularity became primary concerns of most architects, often enhanced by a projecting central section on the main façade. This remained the focus of most building endeavors in Glanodel until in the 1800s when a style of architecture known as {{wp|Historicism (art)|historicism}} appeared. With the arrival of Historicism, special importance was attached to high standards of craftsmanship and proper use of materials. Historicism remained the primary style used throughout the country from the later half of the 19th century until the the early 21st century. Many of Glanodel's oldest public buildings are good examples of the historicist style such as the buildings in Herregård.--> | ||
===Design=== | ===Design=== | ||
Glenish design is a term often used to describe a style of functionalism and architecture that was developed in mid-20th century, originating in Glanodel. Glenish design is typically applied to industrial design, furniture and household objects, which have won many international awards. | <!--Glenish design is a term often used to describe a style of functionalism and architecture that was developed in mid-20th century, originating in Glanodel. Glenish design is typically applied to industrial design, furniture and household objects, which have won many international awards. | ||
The Glenish Porcelain Factory ("Royal Dover"), including Bing & Grøndahl, is famous for the quality of its ceramics and export products worldwide. Glenish design is also a well-known brand, often associated with world-famous designers and architects such as Holger Dinesen (1914–1972), Emily Torp (1912–1989), Poul Morch (1914–2007), Ina Moller (1902–1971), Bjorn Tran (1929–1980), Margit Thorsen (1894–1967) and Elsebeth Mork (1926–1998). Pernille Nissen (1866–1935) is known the world over for modern design in silver, mainly through the company he created which bears his name, Nissen Jewelers. | The Glenish Porcelain Factory ("Royal Dover"), including Bing & Grøndahl, is famous for the quality of its ceramics and export products worldwide. Glenish design is also a well-known brand, often associated with world-famous designers and architects such as Holger Dinesen (1914–1972), Emily Torp (1912–1989), Poul Morch (1914–2007), Ina Moller (1902–1971), Bjorn Tran (1929–1980), Margit Thorsen (1894–1967) and Elsebeth Mork (1926–1998). Pernille Nissen (1866–1935) is known the world over for modern design in silver, mainly through the company he created which bears his name, Nissen Jewelers. | ||
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Other designers of note include Edvard Olsen (1923–2003) in the area of industrial design, Per Mogensen (1919–2008) for kitchen furniture and implements and Bjarne Borup (1903–1985) who had a classical approach to furniture design. | Other designers of note include Edvard Olsen (1923–2003) in the area of industrial design, Per Mogensen (1919–2008) for kitchen furniture and implements and Bjarne Borup (1903–1985) who had a classical approach to furniture design. | ||
The Glenish Museum of Art & Design in Allested exhibits the best in Glenish design. | The Glenish Museum of Art & Design in Allested exhibits the best in Glenish design.--> | ||
==Music== | ==Music== | ||
[[File:Frankfurt am Main - Alte Oper.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Glanodel is home to the some of the oldest concert halls throughout Asura, such as the Musikhuset Andresen (Andresen Music Hall).]] | <!--[[File:Frankfurt am Main - Alte Oper.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Glanodel is home to the some of the oldest concert halls throughout Asura, such as the Musikhuset Andresen (Andresen Music Hall).]] | ||
Music from Glanodel is arguably the most widely recognizable, enjoying global distribution. Glanodel also has one of the most diverse musical cultures in the world, primarily due to influences from its immigrant population. The most commonly identified genres which originate from Glanodel are: {{wp|big band music|big band}} and {{wp|cabaret}}, {{wp|classical music|classical}}, {{wp|Electronic dance music|club or dance music}}, {{wp|folk music|folk}} and {{wp|country music|country}}, {{wp|Heavy metal music|heavy metal}}, and {{wp|rock music|rock}}. | Music from Glanodel is arguably the most widely recognizable, enjoying global distribution. Glanodel also has one of the most diverse musical cultures in the world, primarily due to influences from its immigrant population. The most commonly identified genres which originate from Glanodel are: {{wp|big band music|big band}} and {{wp|cabaret}}, {{wp|classical music|classical}}, {{wp|Electronic dance music|club or dance music}}, {{wp|folk music|folk}} and {{wp|country music|country}}, {{wp|Heavy metal music|heavy metal}}, and {{wp|rock music|rock}}. | ||
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Classical music also received widespread engagement from the Glanish population and the [[Royal Glanish Orchestra]], reinstated in 1903, is among the world's oldest orchestras. Glanodel's most famous classical composer is William Bergius, especially remembered for a group of nine symphonies called Symphonic Harmony. Ganish people have distinguished themselves as classical musicians, and the [[Matine Classical Festival]] has acquired an international reputation. Glanodel has more {{wp|opera}} companies than many nations, with the Vollrat Richardsson Company being the most well known and performing in opera houses around the world. | Classical music also received widespread engagement from the Glanish population and the [[Royal Glanish Orchestra]], reinstated in 1903, is among the world's oldest orchestras. Glanodel's most famous classical composer is William Bergius, especially remembered for a group of nine symphonies called Symphonic Harmony. Ganish people have distinguished themselves as classical musicians, and the [[Matine Classical Festival]] has acquired an international reputation. Glanodel has more {{wp|opera}} companies than many nations, with the Vollrat Richardsson Company being the most well known and performing in opera houses around the world. | ||
Glanodel's music industry is the largest and most lucrative in the world, with many of of the world's largest recording companies originating from and still headquartered in Glanodel. The Hanson Group is the largest musical entertainment company in Glanodel and the world and has recording studios around the world and recording artists from across the globe. Another notable feature of Glanish musical entertainment is the recent revival of the {{wp|gramophone record|vinyl record}}, which was re-popularized by the Hanson Group in 2012 and has steadily scene its production rise since 2013. | Glanodel's music industry is the largest and most lucrative in the world, with many of of the world's largest recording companies originating from and still headquartered in Glanodel. The Hanson Group is the largest musical entertainment company in Glanodel and the world and has recording studios around the world and recording artists from across the globe. Another notable feature of Glanish musical entertainment is the recent revival of the {{wp|gramophone record|vinyl record}}, which was re-popularized by the Hanson Group in 2012 and has steadily scene its production rise since 2013.--> | ||
==Media== | ==Media== | ||
[[File:John Cameron Swayze News Caravan 1955.JPG|200px|thumbnail|right|Sten Bentsen was one of the first cable news anchors in Glanodel and became a respected and widely recognized name in households throughout Lhedwin and Asura from the 1950s until his retirement in 1976.]] | <!--[[File:John Cameron Swayze News Caravan 1955.JPG|200px|thumbnail|right|Sten Bentsen was one of the first cable news anchors in Glanodel and became a respected and widely recognized name in households throughout Lhedwin and Asura from the 1950s until his retirement in 1976.]] | ||
The two major broadcasters in Glanodel are NMN (National Media Network, Glanish: ''Nationalt Medienetværk''), which is state-sponsored, and InfoCen Grupp, which is completely commercial and privately run. The major broadcast television networks are all commercial entities. Cable television in Glanodel offers hundreds of channels catering to a variety of niches. Glanish citizens listen to radio programming, also largely commercial, on average just over three-and-a-half hours a day. | The two major broadcasters in Glanodel are NMN (National Media Network, Glanish: ''Nationalt Medienetværk''), which is state-sponsored, and InfoCen Grupp, which is completely commercial and privately run. The major broadcast television networks are all commercial entities. Cable television in Glanodel offers hundreds of channels catering to a variety of niches. Glanish citizens listen to radio programming, also largely commercial, on average just over three-and-a-half hours a day. | ||
While handwritten fly sheets reporting on the news had been used in Glanish cities since the 1540s, "mass media" in Glanodel arose in the early to mid-1700s. As more commoners took seats in Congress, a large construction project of numerous printing presses throughout Glanodel's major cities began in 1746. With an increasingly wealthy middle class, many private citizens began constructing their own printing presses and by the 1820s, local publishing companies began to form throughout many of the cities in Glanodel. However, most free press was suppressed by the Lhedwinic government between 1840 and 1870, and most printing shops were demolished to provide resources to the war effort during the Great War. Then, in 1918, Theodor Rosenquist, the "father of Glanish journalism", began a {{wp|state media|state paper}} after receiving a loan from the government during the reconstruction efforts projects, and modernization brought in new features and mechanical techniques. By 1920, the first liberal, factual newspapers reappeared. The total circulation was 500,000 daily by 1921, more than doubling to 1.2 million in 1925. Although most newspapers in Glanodel have turned to electronic distribution in lieu of printed media, Glanodel remains one of the largest consumers of printed media in the world. | While handwritten fly sheets reporting on the news had been used in Glanish cities since the 1540s, "mass media" in Glanodel arose in the early to mid-1700s. As more commoners took seats in Congress, a large construction project of numerous printing presses throughout Glanodel's major cities began in 1746. With an increasingly wealthy middle class, many private citizens began constructing their own printing presses and by the 1820s, local publishing companies began to form throughout many of the cities in Glanodel. However, most free press was suppressed by the Lhedwinic government between 1840 and 1870, and most printing shops were demolished to provide resources to the war effort during the Great War. Then, in 1918, Theodor Rosenquist, the "father of Glanish journalism", began a {{wp|state media|state paper}} after receiving a loan from the government during the reconstruction efforts projects, and modernization brought in new features and mechanical techniques. By 1920, the first liberal, factual newspapers reappeared. The total circulation was 500,000 daily by 1921, more than doubling to 1.2 million in 1925. Although most newspapers in Glanodel have turned to electronic distribution in lieu of printed media, Glanodel remains one of the largest consumers of printed media in the world. | ||
Glanish news programming is primarily composed of hundreds of small local broadcasting companies, with a few commercially ran, news companies which broadcast nation wide, as well as the large news division produced by NDN. Public support for strict regulations on the nature of funding for privately-run news broadcasting resulted in legislation in 2003 which gave legal definition to news companies and have thus prevented large news conglomerates such as those common in many other countries. In 1999, state-sponsored television broadcasting lost its monopoly on cable providers and as of 2014, only 5% of the population is not connected to cable television. Digital terrestrial television in Glanodel also started in 1999 and the last analogue terrestrial broadcasts were terminated in 2007. | Glanish news programming is primarily composed of hundreds of small local broadcasting companies, with a few commercially ran, news companies which broadcast nation wide, as well as the large news division produced by NDN. Public support for strict regulations on the nature of funding for privately-run news broadcasting resulted in legislation in 2003 which gave legal definition to news companies and have thus prevented large news conglomerates such as those common in many other countries. In 1999, state-sponsored television broadcasting lost its monopoly on cable providers and as of 2014, only 5% of the population is not connected to cable television. Digital terrestrial television in Glanodel also started in 1999 and the last analogue terrestrial broadcasts were terminated in 2007.--> | ||
==Cinema== | ==Cinema== | ||
[[File:Vikings_characters.png|thumb|right|400px|''Dalingr'', a movie centering around the rise of Dalish culture and its spread through conquest.]] | <!--[[File:Vikings_characters.png|thumb|right|400px|''Dalingr'', a movie centering around the rise of Dalish culture and its spread through conquest.]] | ||
Glanodel's postwar re-industrialization saw the emergence of modern Glanish cinema around 1914, and since the 1980s has maintained a steady stream of product. The first Glanish cinema company, the Ottesen Filmography Company, was founded in 1910 by the inventor of the first motion camera, Stig Ottesen. The company's second owner, Nicklas Birch, innovated the first commercial uses for sound film. The reemergence of patronage is primarily attributed with the success of the early Glanish entertainment industry and Glanish cinema is no exception. The establishment of the Glanish Film Institute in the 1960s was the initial catalyst that spawned the emergence of modern Glanish cinema. In 1962, Ottesen Filmography was renamed Ottesen Studios after the construction of a massive filming studio was completed in the city of [[Blåby]] in south Østbjorth. At the same time, paperwork establishing Ottesen Studios as a subsidiary of the Glanish, multinational, entertainment company, Inspirekom. In 1967, Axel Pictures and Philms Motion Pictures merged to form Axel Films, becoming the second largest film studio in Glanodel, and one of the largest in the world. | Glanodel's postwar re-industrialization saw the emergence of modern Glanish cinema around 1914, and since the 1980s has maintained a steady stream of product. The first Glanish cinema company, the Ottesen Filmography Company, was founded in 1910 by the inventor of the first motion camera, Stig Ottesen. The company's second owner, Nicklas Birch, innovated the first commercial uses for sound film. The reemergence of patronage is primarily attributed with the success of the early Glanish entertainment industry and Glanish cinema is no exception. The establishment of the Glanish Film Institute in the 1960s was the initial catalyst that spawned the emergence of modern Glanish cinema. In 1962, Ottesen Filmography was renamed Ottesen Studios after the construction of a massive filming studio was completed in the city of [[Blåby]] in south Østbjorth. At the same time, paperwork establishing Ottesen Studios as a subsidiary of the Glanish, multinational, entertainment company, Inspirekom. In 1967, Axel Pictures and Philms Motion Pictures merged to form Axel Films, becoming the second largest film studio in Glanodel, and one of the largest in the world. | ||
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===Television=== | ===Television=== | ||
Glenish television is probably one of the three most recognizable exported cultural products from Glanodel, behind literature and cinema. Having contributed to drama with a number of successful series since the 1970s, perhaps the most notable domestic and international successes has been Christen Hesselberg's popular series, Bor i Synd ("Living in Sin"), centering around the complexity of human sexuality, relationships, and even, on occasion, human morality. Gerold Mai, an Oscar-winner for Håbefulde Himmel (English: Hopeful Skies) in 1987 and Pav Jepperson, the Oscar- and Golden Globe-winner for "The Collapse" in 1988 are also highly regarded and well known contributors to the industry. | Glenish television is probably one of the three most recognizable exported cultural products from Glanodel, behind literature and cinema. Having contributed to drama with a number of successful series since the 1970s, perhaps the most notable domestic and international successes has been Christen Hesselberg's popular series, Bor i Synd ("Living in Sin"), centering around the complexity of human sexuality, relationships, and even, on occasion, human morality. Gerold Mai, an Oscar-winner for Håbefulde Himmel (English: Hopeful Skies) in 1987 and Pav Jepperson, the Oscar- and Golden Globe-winner for "The Collapse" in 1988 are also highly regarded and well known contributors to the industry.--> | ||
==Theater== | ==Theater== | ||
<!--The theater in Glanodel continues to thrive thanks to the many theaters across the country which put on a wide variety of Glenish and foreign performances. Since the Renaissance Era, Glanish playwrights have been successful in attracting wide public interests especially in romantic drama and comedy. Among the first, widely known and successful female artist, Linnéa Skoog (1684–1754) is considered by many to be the founder of the Glanish theater. Satirical comedies such as the Lone Wolf and a Common Enemy are still performed today. | |||
The theater in Glanodel continues to thrive thanks to the many theaters across the country which put on a wide variety of Glenish and foreign performances. Since the Renaissance Era, Glanish playwrights have been successful in attracting wide public interests especially in romantic drama and comedy. Among the first, widely known and successful female artist, Linnéa Skoog (1684–1754) is considered by many to be the founder of the Glanish theater. Satirical comedies such as the Lone Wolf and a Common Enemy are still performed today. | |||
Elina Sundqvist (1779–1850) introduced romanticism to the Glanish theater. Especially successful was his play Lauritz, which premiered in 1808, and resulted in the Lhedwin King imprisoning him until his death in 1832. | Elina Sundqvist (1779–1850) introduced romanticism to the Glanish theater. Especially successful was his play Lauritz, which premiered in 1808, and resulted in the Lhedwin King imprisoning him until his death in 1832. | ||
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In recent years, there has been something of a revival in Glanish theater. Many new playwrights and producers have appeared including Ingvar Brodd (born 1955), winner of the Glanish Drama Award in 2004. Glanish musicals have also been a particularly successful feature of the modern theater. Tobias Lindblad, commonly known as Toe, was particularly successful with A Royal Affair (1992). | In recent years, there has been something of a revival in Glanish theater. Many new playwrights and producers have appeared including Ingvar Brodd (born 1955), winner of the Glanish Drama Award in 2004. Glanish musicals have also been a particularly successful feature of the modern theater. Tobias Lindblad, commonly known as Toe, was particularly successful with A Royal Affair (1992). | ||
Another popular Glanish theatrical tradition is the {{wp|revue}} which has been thriving since the mid 19th century. Today revues are performed every summer to full houses in theaters across Glanodel, poking fun at the politics of the day. | Another popular Glanish theatrical tradition is the {{wp|revue}} which has been thriving since the mid 19th century. Today revues are performed every summer to full houses in theaters across Glanodel, poking fun at the politics of the day.--> | ||
==Science== | ==Science== | ||
[[File:Asus PC Terminal.jpg|thumb|right|250px|The latest version of the Vare gaming console by Avansvare.]] | <!--[[File:Asus PC Terminal.jpg|thumb|right|250px|The latest version of the Vare gaming console by Avansvare.]] | ||
Glanodel has a long tradition for scientific engagement in all fields. The contributions to science has steadily continued through the ages, with the discoveries of Tua Farver (1546–1601), the contributions to linguistics by Paula Sommer (1787–1832), the neglected articulation of the principle of conservation of energy by Uwe Matthiessen's (1815–1888), Arvid Haugaard (1842–1927), Felix Asmussen (1860–1943) and others, into modern times with numerous pharmaceutical innovations from Bio-Farma Industries, many of which are attributed to the genius of Dr. Birthe Hoyer (1995-). | Glanodel has a long tradition for scientific engagement in all fields. The contributions to science has steadily continued through the ages, with the discoveries of Tua Farver (1546–1601), the contributions to linguistics by Paula Sommer (1787–1832), the neglected articulation of the principle of conservation of energy by Uwe Matthiessen's (1815–1888), Arvid Haugaard (1842–1927), Felix Asmussen (1860–1943) and others, into modern times with numerous pharmaceutical innovations from Bio-Farma Industries, many of which are attributed to the genius of Dr. Birthe Hoyer (1995-). | ||
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Glens have made significant contributions to the field of information technology. Most notable is probably Ivan Thuesen (1945–2014) who created most of the basics for artificial intelligence programs for electronics gaming systems. Glanodel is also well known for their electronic gaming systems, especially since the invention of the Infra-net by a team of electrical engineers. Avansvare software engineers have taken leading roles in programming, especially with their development of the Transit Communications Array, a breakthrough made possible with their advances in advances in quantum computing, nanoscale engineering and linear optics. The Glenish pharmaceutical company, Bio-Farma pioneered the development of advanced cyber-prosthetics. | Glens have made significant contributions to the field of information technology. Most notable is probably Ivan Thuesen (1945–2014) who created most of the basics for artificial intelligence programs for electronics gaming systems. Glanodel is also well known for their electronic gaming systems, especially since the invention of the Infra-net by a team of electrical engineers. Avansvare software engineers have taken leading roles in programming, especially with their development of the Transit Communications Array, a breakthrough made possible with their advances in advances in quantum computing, nanoscale engineering and linear optics. The Glenish pharmaceutical company, Bio-Farma pioneered the development of advanced cyber-prosthetics. | ||
The science of archaeology, has also benefited from many Glenish contributions, with prominent scholars such as Mary Kristiansen, Lasse Kristoffersen, Anna Hansen and Christen Martinsen. The contributions have often been of a fundamental nature, such as the discoveries of kitchen middens or bog bodies and their great potential for advancing archaeology. Glenish archaeologists have contributed with many defining archaeological discoveries, such as the the Nordic Stone Age cultures. With a great international engagement and a long tradition for interdisciplinary collaborations with anthropologists, geologists, zoologists, botanists, antiquarians and historians, Glenish archaeologists have been, and still are, involved with all kinds of cultural archaeology around the globe. | The science of archaeology, has also benefited from many Glenish contributions, with prominent scholars such as Mary Kristiansen, Lasse Kristoffersen, Anna Hansen and Christen Martinsen. The contributions have often been of a fundamental nature, such as the discoveries of kitchen middens or bog bodies and their great potential for advancing archaeology. Glenish archaeologists have contributed with many defining archaeological discoveries, such as the the Nordic Stone Age cultures. With a great international engagement and a long tradition for interdisciplinary collaborations with anthropologists, geologists, zoologists, botanists, antiquarians and historians, Glenish archaeologists have been, and still are, involved with all kinds of cultural archaeology around the globe.--> | ||
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Culture of the Glanish Commonwealth
Frihedsstatuen (Statue of Liberty) is considered the most recognizable symbol of the Glanish people and the Commonwealth.
The griffin has been a frequently used symbol for the Glanish government since it was first adopted by the royal family of the Glanish Kingdom.
The culture of the Glanish Commonwealth has been most influenced by its history as an Asuran nation, as a former vassal of the United Kingdom of Lhedwin, and for serving as the presumed point of origin for the Northern Renaissance, and in some opinions, the greater Renaissance Movement. The Commonwealth has become a prime example of Western Liberalism and a liberal democratic, developed nation. Glanodel shares strong cultural and historic ties with its neighbors along the Lhedwinic Isles.
Glanodel has a rich history of intellectual and technological contributions to the world. The astronomical discoveries of Tua Farver (1546–1601), Uwe Matthiessen's (1815–88) insights into atomic physics and energy production technology, and the inventions of Ivan Thuesen (1885–1962) in artificially intelligent programs indicate the range of Glenish scientific achievement. Even today, Glanodel continues to distinguish itself as a continuing contributor to scientific endeavors with the numerous pharmaceutical innovations from Bio-Farma Industries, many of which are attributed to the genius of Dr. Birthe Hoyer (1995-). The fairy tales of Karl Derksen (1805–1875), the philosophical essays of Arina Bach (1813–55), the short stories of Brith Hejlesen (penname Drevs Mollerup), (1885–1962), the plays of Lullu Sahin (1684–1754), and the dense, aphoristic poetry of Ib Paaske (1905–96) have earned international recognition, as have the symphonies of Hendrich Sylvest (1865–1931). From the mid-1970s onward, Glenish films have attracted international attention, especially those associated with Imaginary Productions, one of the most widely known companies in the entertainment industry. The "low-production" movement of the late 1990s, where hand-held cameras were used to dynamic effect in a conscious reaction against big-budget studios began in Glanodel. Among Glanodel's most widely recognized film contributors is director, producer, and screenwriter Bjerne Bodker, generally attributed with starting the "low-production" movement, as well as the "found-footage" genre.
Since the advent of mass media and its increasingly greater reach due to the internet, Glanish popular culture has spread across the globe over the pass three decades. Despite the nation's relatively small size when compared to other modern nations, its music, cinema, media, and television, as well as its unique style of comedy and sporting events are consumed internationally (especially throughout Asura). As a result, the nation is frequently referred to as a "cultural superpower". Glanodel is also one of the largest consumers per capita in the world and has one of the most stable and expansive economies.
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