The Origins of the European Marriage Pattern in Early Modern Period from the Perspective of Polish Historiography (original) (raw)

The paper examines the origins of the European marriage pattern in the context of Polish historiography, highlighting the contributions of scholars like Jan Luiten van Zanden and Michael Mitterauer. It critiques the lack of awareness among Western historians regarding East and Central European historiographical developments and the implications for understanding demographic phenomena in these regions. The discussion underscores the significance of socio-economic changes in the Polish lands during the Late Middle Ages and early modern period as key factors influencing marriage and household formation.