Stephen I. The first Christian king of Hungary. From medieval myth to modern legend. By Nora Berend. (Studies in Medieval European History.) Pp. xii + 254 incl. 5 ills. Oxford–New York: Oxford University Press, 2024. £90. 978 0 19 888934 2

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Stephen I. The first Christian king of Hungary. From medieval myth to modern legend. By Nora Berend. (Studies in Medieval European History.) Pp. xii + 254 incl. 5 ills. Oxford–New York: Oxford University Press, 2024. £90. 978 0 19 888934 2

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The work aims to examine the historical and mythological aspects of Stephen I's legacy in Hungary.
Literary analysis of medieval texts
Historical contextualization of Stephen I's reign
Exploration of cultural impacts on contemporary perceptions
Identified key myths that shaped Stephen I's legacy
Revealed the intertwining of historical events and legends
Highlighted Stephen I's role in shaping Hungarian identity

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This volume explores the transformation of myths about Stephen I in Hungary, suggesting a blend of history and legend.

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Stephen I. The first Christian king of Hungary. From medieval myth to modern legend. By Nora Berend. (Studies in Medieval European History.) Pp. xii + 254 incl. 5 ills. Oxford–New York: Oxford University Press, 2024. £90. 978 0 19 888934 2 - Volume 77 Issue 1

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