Prince Marko is a myth as the history shows that this so called "prince" fought on the Turkish side and died very young in a battle against Bulgaria some 600 years ago. None of it is true and does not show in any way problems or history of the Balkans.

I warmly recommend Prince Marko to anyone interested in the history of the Balkans. After the recent wars there, I wanted to know more about the region, and the role of historical myths. A friend told me about this book, which was named Outstanding Academic book for 1988/89 by Choice. The book is written with enthusiasm and the author shows an astounding depth of knowledge. Prince Marko really helped me understand how - amongst all the south Slavic peoples - historical facts became transformed into all-powerful myths, shaping the perceptions and goals of people in the Balkans today. I found it very easy to read and understand for a scholarly book. It is also a beautiful book, with many exquisite art plates. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in the region.