Amsterdam University Press Premodern Rulership and Contemporary Political Power - Books

Explore the deep connections between medieval governance and modern politics in Premodern Rulership and Contemporary Political Power: The King's Body Never Dies. This scholarly work from the Central European Medieval Studies series examines how the monarch was viewed as the embodiment of the kingdom, known as the body politic. While modern society has moved away from this specific view, the book investigates how these historical concepts continue to influence political thought. Written by experts Karolina Mroziewicz and Aleksander Sroczynski, this text provides a deep look into how pre-modern images of kings help shape national narratives in Central Europe. It is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in the history of Europe, cultural studies, and the evolution of political power. By connecting medieval traditions to contemporary structures, this book offers a unique perspective on how historical perceptions of leadership shape our modern understanding of authority and community.