Approaches to the works of M.N. Pokrovsky in modern historiography

the article provides a comprehensive analysis of various approaches to the study of M.N. Pokrovsky's work in modern Russian historiography. Particular attention is paid to the conceptual analysis of the continuity of these approaches in relation to Soviet historiography, which allows us to identify both the changes that followed the elimination of the hegemony of Marxist-Leninist "dogmas" and censorship, and the continuing traditions in the interpretation of his legacy. A brief overview of the main modern studies devoted to M.N. Pokrovsky, his ideas and concepts is presented, which reveal the key aspects of the scientific and pedagogical activity and research methodology of the founder of Soviet historiography. Focusing on the special role of M.N. Pokrovsky in the formation of Soviet historical science, the article emphasizes his influence on modern historical discussions and approaches to the analysis of historical processes. Some authors see him as a popularizer of Marxist ideas, who adapted them for understanding by the widest strata of the population. Others argue that he was ahead of his time, substantiating the special role of trade capital(ism) in the formation of Russian statehood and autocracy. In conclusion, a conclusion is made about the importance of further study of his work and ideological and historical views for understanding not only the development of Russian historiography, but also the general state of historical science in the context of modern challenges and changes.

Mikhail Pokrovsky, commercial capital, class approach, modern historiography, Soviet historiography