Essai historique sur l'origine des Hongrois by A. de Gérando
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"Essai historique sur l'origine des Hongrois" by A. de Gérando is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the origins of the Hungarian people, examining various theories and traditions related to their ancestry. Gérando's investigation seeks to provide clarity on a topic that has generated considerable debate, primarily the potential connections between Hungarians and various ethnic groups throughout history. At the start of the text, Gérando underscores the
importance of understanding national origins by consulting the very people who are the subject of study. He notes that while historical chronicles may provide insights into conflicts and interactions with neighboring nations, the true lineage and heritage of the Hungarians must be sought in their own narratives. In his preliminary remarks, he references diverse opinions regarding Hungarian origins, including connections to the Huns and the Finns, and critiques various historical interpretations, emphasizing the political ramifications of how a people's identity is framed and understood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gérando, A. de (Auguste), 1819-1849 |
|---|---|
| Title | Essai historique sur l'origine des Hongrois |
| Credits |
Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Rénald Lévesque and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DB: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia |
| Subject | Hungary -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30395 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2009 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 398 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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