össztörténeti

össztörténeti is a Hungarian adjective that translates to "total history" or "comprehensive history." It is used to describe a field of study, a historical approach, or a historical work that aims to encompass all aspects of a particular subject or period. This can include political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history, as well as the history of everyday life, the environment, and even intangible aspects like ideas and emotions.

The concept of "össztörténeti" emphasizes a holistic understanding of the past, moving beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. It suggests an interdisciplinary approach that draws on methodologies and insights from various fields, such as sociology, anthropology, economics, and literary studies, to create a more complete and nuanced picture of historical events and processes. Historians employing an "össztörténeti" perspective seek to understand the interconnectedness of different historical forces and to avoid reductionist explanations.

In practice, an "össztörténeti" approach might investigate how political decisions influenced social structures, how economic changes affected cultural practices, or how environmental factors shaped human societies. The goal is to move away from fragmented historical narratives and towards a more integrated and complex understanding of the past. While a truly "total" history is an ambitious ideal, the "össztörténeti" perspective encourages historians to broaden their scope and consider a wider range of evidence and interpretations in their research and writing.