THE BULGARIAN TSARDOM. POLITICS-CULTURE-SOCIETY. 866-971

Discover the fascinating history of the medieval Bulgarian state, which in the years 866-971 underwent dynamic political, religious and cultural transformations. The authors, eminent experts in the history of Bulgaria and Byzantium, invite you on a journey through the turbulent history of this period.

• In-depth analysis of political and religious transformations
• Detailed study of relations with Byzantium and other powers
• Colorful descriptions of social and economic life
• Unique illustrations showing the places of historical events
• Appendix with translations of Old Bulgarian written monuments
• Innovative approach to Bulgarian history in Polish scientific literature
• Insightful look at the influence of Cyril and Methodius' students on Bulgarian culture

The book presents one hundred years from the history of the medieval Bulgarian state, when the state transformed into a Christian tsardom, playing the role of a power, a competitor of Byzantium, in the Balkans - especially during the reign of Simeon I the Great (893-927). The authors colorfully describe the political history of the Bulgarian tsardom, especially relations with Byzantium, the Ottonian Empire, the steppe peoples and Kievan Rus, the process of Christianization of Bulgarian society and the path of the newly formed church organization to autocephaly, as well as the influence of the students of Constantine and Methodius on the development of Bulgarian culture.

Particular attention should be paid to the chapter on economic matters, relatively rarely addressed in the scientific literature. The publication is an innovative work, and not only in the Polish dimension. An advantage of the publication are the color illustrations showing places where the described events took place. An integral part of the work is also an appendix in which the reader will find monuments of Old Bulgarian literature translated into Polish.

This book is not only an analysis of historical facts, but also a fascinating story about people, culture and beliefs that shaped medieval Bulgaria. Thanks to it, you will understand the complexity of the political, social and religious processes that took place in the Balkans at that time. Get to know the Bulgarian Tsardom inside out and discover its rich heritage!