The Diet: The Estates and the Parliament of Hungary, 1708–1792 (original) (raw)

This paper examines the functioning and significance of the Diet in Hungary between 1708 and 1792, highlighting the dualistic tensions between the monarchy and the estates. It argues that the Diet, while not primarily a legislative body, played a critical role in embodying the basic rights of the estates, which were deeply rooted in custom rather than formal legislation. Through the analysis of historical accounts, the study underscores the complexities of political authority and the influence of customs in shaping the political landscape of 18th century Hungary.