[1] At the age of thirty, however, Forssell, who had already shown remarkable business capacity, was called to Stockholm, where he filled one important post after another in the Swedish civil service.

In addition to the responsibilities which these offices devolved upon him, Forssell was constantly called to serve on royal commissions, and his political influence was immense.

In spite of all these public duties, which he carried through with the utmost diligence, Forssell also found leisure for an abundant literary activity.

[citation needed] The energy of Forssell was so great, and he understood so little the economy of strength, that he unquestionably overtaxed his vital force.

His views were distinct, and held with great firmness; for example, he was a free-trader, and his consistent opposition to what he called the new system had a considerable effect on Swedish policy.