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Simon Berggren is a PhD student at Umeå University, specializing in the field of History. His research interests focus on the emotions and perceptions surrounding capital punishment and royal mercy petitions in 17th and 18th century Sweden. Simon is actively involved in the Umeå Group for Premodern Studies and participates in significant research projects that examine historical judicial practices and their emotional and societal impacts. His doctoral studies aim to explore the interplay between emotion, discourse, and the petitioning process related to capital crimes from the years 1660 to 1779. Simon’s academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding historical narratives and the complexities of judicial mercy during a transformative period in Swedish history.
Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden
Engaged in research concerning historical perceptions of judicial processes and capital punishment.
Umeå University Library • Umeå, Sweden
Assisted in archival work and special collections.
Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.