Abstract
The text discusses the life and work of Josef Dobiáš, a prominent Czech historian of the first half of the 20th century, and his contributions to history, particularly in the fields of ancient history and regional historiography. The monograph dedicated to Dobiáš is a collective work in which various experts examine different aspects of his work.
Dobiáš is associated with his birthplace, Pelhřimov, but spent most of his life in Prague, where he worked as a student, teacher, and historian. The main editor, Hana Kábová, provides a detailed account of his life and career, including his change of faith and personal relationships.
Ivana Koucká focuses on Dobiáš as a historian of antiquity and a classical philologist, describing his research work, teaching activities, and travels abroad. Jiří Militký describes Dobiáš's work in numismatics, while Lenka Martínková addresses his contribution to the history of cities, especially Pelhřimov, highlighting his positivist approach.
The book also includes memories and photographs from Dobiáš's life and a list of his works. Overall, the monograph is evaluated as a valuable contribution to understanding Dobiáš's work and significance in Czech historiography.