The Significance of Péter Bod as a Historiographer in the Light of the Change of the 18th Century’s Paradigm
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF PÉTER BOD AS A HISTORIOGRAPHER IN THE LIGHT OF THE CHANGE OF THE 18TH CENTURY’S PARADIGM

Summary/Abstract: The objective historiography which was based on source critique developed only in the 17th century, whereas in Hungary it only evolved during the 18th century. The pioneer of the Transylvanian and the Hungarian historiography was a minister, called Péter Bod, who combined the academic knowledge of his age in his works. Beside his particular tone, the effects of his foreign studies can be exhibited as well in his historical writings. His role as a historiographer is also unique in a sense that he wrote works of source value in many genres and topics, which substituted the shortfall of his age. This presentation deals with the demonstration and appreciation of the age, life and the works of Péter Bod.

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