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Realm of St. Stephen: A History of Medieval Hungary, 895-1526 (International Library of Historical Studies)
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Product Description
This is a comprehensive textbook on the historiography of medieval Eastern and Central Europe. It traces the medieval kingdom of Hungary - which covered the vast territory of the Carpathian basin - from the conquest by the Magyar tribes in 895 until defeat by the ottomans at the battle of Mohacs in 1526.
The book is divided into two broad periods: the "national" Magyar kings of the Arpadian dynasty who had ruled from 895 were replaced in 1301 by rulers from a number of European dynasties, culminating in the radical changes to political and social structures of the 13th century.
The book is divided into two broad periods: the "national" Magyar kings of the Arpadian dynasty who had ruled from 895 were replaced in 1301 by rulers from a number of European dynasties, culminating in the radical changes to political and social structures of the 13th century.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1120256 in Books
- Published on: 2001-05-04
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 416 pages
Editorial Reviews
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"...this superb volume makes a major contribution to the historiography of medieval central and east European history." --Choice
About the Author
The late Pál Engel (1938-2001) was head of the Medieval Department at the Institute of History, Hungarian Academy of Sciences in Budapest. Andrew Ayton is Senior Lecturer in Medieval History at the University of Hull.
Customer Reviews
A great introduction to Hungary
I picked this book up to compliment my reading a book on the Hapsburg empire. That book begins where this one left off, with the Battle of Mohacs in 1526. This book was an excellent introduction to the development of Hungary. Though the early period is murky from lack of sources, once you hit the 13th century, the story becomes detailed and rich. Since East European history is not popular in the West, I highly recommend this book. Along with the history of the Byzantine Empire, you can get a good view of the Northern Balkan and transdanubian history.
Most importantly, this was a highly readable book. Very enjoyable.
