Mr. Wells as Historian (Classic Reprint): An Inquiry Into Those Parts of Mr. H. G. Wells' Outline of History Which Deal With Greece and Rome - Couverture souple

A. W. Gomme

9781330070062: Mr. Wells as Historian (Classic Reprint): An Inquiry Into Those Parts of Mr. H. G. Wells' Outline of History Which Deal With Greece and Rome

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ISBN 10 : 1330070062 ISBN 13 : 9781330070062

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Challenging Wells’ History with sharp scrutiny and evidence.

In this critical examination, A. W. Gomme assesses H. G. Wells’s treatment of Greece and Rome. The book challenges Wells’s narrative by highlighting gaps, inconsistent judgments, and a style that the author calls rhetorical rather than rigorous. It argues that the original work often misrepresents ancient thinkers and misses key aspects of Greek achievement, from thought and mathematics to art and institutions.

Readers will encounter a detailed, argumentative look at how Wells handles Greek thought, the Roman Empire, and the broader implications for understanding history. The author blends close reading with a call for historical standards that emphasize evidence, context, and the complexity of ancient civilizations.

A close critique of Wells’s portrayal of Greek thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.
Discussion of how the book treats Rome’s empire, citizenship, and cultural legacy.
Examples of where the author believes Wells falls short in historical method and interpretation.
Guidance on how to read ancient history with attention to accuracy and nuance.

Ideal for readers of history, philosophy, and anyone exploring how modern writers shape our view of classical civilizations.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330070062
ISBN 13: 9781330070062
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Nombre de pages: 56
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book approaches the study of history through an examination of the ancient world and several of its greatest empires. The author posits that many of the social, political, and cultural developments that fascinated and confounded ancient societies continue to hold relevance in the present day. Throughout the text, history is used as a tool to illuminate patterns of human behavior, thought, and achievement�"making this book a powerful resource for understanding the past. The author draws on their expertise in classical history to guide readers on an exploration of foundational moments in Greek, Roman, and Mesopotamian history. Through this, readers will gain valuable insights into the lives of ancient peoples that resonate with modern society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330070062_0

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