Book description:
The book by Radosław Budzyński A Historian from Polish Livonia. Gustaw Manteuffel (1832–1916) is the first attempt at a monographic look at the figure of the distinguished historian. At the same time, it is an interesting study of Polish-Livonian identity. It also draws attention to the doubts that arise when researching Polish heritage on the frontiers of the former Commonwealth. The study is largely based on unknown or overlooked sources from public and private collections, which is of undoubted value to the reader. The publication is lavishly illustrated, which perfectly complements its content. The book received an award in the 13th edition of the Władysław Pobóg-Malinowski competition for the Best Historical Debut of the Year in the field of contemporary history.