Nationalencyklopedin

Nationalencyklopedin, commonly abbreviated NE, is the national encyclopedia of Sweden. Published by Nationalencyklopedin AB, it provides a comprehensive reference work on topics across science, culture, society and current affairs, with articles written and reviewed by Swedish scholars and editors. The project began in the late 1980s and produced a multi-volume print edition that established NE as a standard reference in Swedish libraries and schools. In the following years, the encyclopedia was expanded and transitioned into a digital edition, NE.se, which offers searchable articles, cross-references, bibliographies and media, and is updated regularly.

Content and scope: NE covers a wide range of subjects, including biographies, geography, history, technology, and the arts, with emphasis on accuracy, neutral tone, and up-to-date information. The online edition includes features such as maps, illustrations, and external references.

Access and impact: NE.se is widely used in education, research, and public libraries in Sweden and is available via institutional subscriptions as well as direct consumer access in some markets. It serves as a primary reference for Swedish-language information and language usage, complementing other reference works.