AHA - The Leo Gershoy Award

Organization: American Historical Association

In recognition of outstanding historical writing, the American Historical Association offers the Leo Gershoy Award in 17th- and 18th-century western European history. This award was established in 1975 by a gift from Mrs. Ida Gershoy in memory of her late husband, a specialist in European history. Professor Gershoy was associated with the graduate faculty of New York University for more than 25 years.The prize is awarded annually to the author of the most outstanding work published in English on any aspect of the fields of 17th- and 18th-century western European history. Only books of high scholarly and literary merit will be considered. Books published between May 1 of the previous year and April 30 of the current year will be eligible for the award.