Courtiers and Court Life in Poland, 1386-1795

Edited by Bozena Czwojdrak

Book cover: Courtiers and Court Life in Poland, 1386-1795

Extent: 304 pages

Publisher: Brepols Publishers

Subjects: Early Modern & Renaissance Studies, Medieval Studies, Slavic Studies

Series: East Central Europe, 476-1795 AD/CE

Series volume number: 5

Language: English

Hardback (Published)

(January 2025)

ISBN: 9782503610733

Price: $113.00

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This volume unravels the workings of Poland’s royal courts from the late medieval era to the eighteenth century, offering studies that explore the evolving roles of courtiers. It positions them in wider socio-political and cultural contexts while examining their relationships with monarchs, the ideals of courtly service, and the impa


This collection of studies explores the complexities of the royal courts of Poland from the late medieval period to the cusp of modernity. Drawing on pioneering research and primary sources, the volume authors dissect the multifaceted roles and dynamics of courtiers, positioning them within the broader socio-political and cultural paradigms of their time. From the distinct cultural imprints of the Jagiellon dynasty to the challenges faced by monarchs elected during the eighteenth century, each study within this collection provides a rigorous examination of courtly structures, influences, and transformations. The volume examines the symbiotic relationships between courtiers and monarchs, the changing ideals of courtly service, and the impact of both domestic traditions and foreign influences on the Polish courts. It offers invaluable insights for scholars of court culture, bringing to the world stage evidence from the archives of Poland and seeking to understand the evolution of court life and its implications for the broader historical narratives of Poland throughout the entire existence of this composite monarchy.

  • Edited by Bozena Czwojdrak