The Foundations of History: A Series of First Things - Couverture souple

Schieffelin, Samuel B

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1432631616 ISBN 13 : 9781432631611

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2007

Synopsis

The Foundations of History: A Series of First Things is a book written by Samuel B. Schieffelin. It is a comprehensive exploration of the origins and development of historical study, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the modern era. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of historical inquiry.The first section of the book examines the basic principles of historical study, including the importance of primary sources and the need for rigorous analysis and interpretation. The second section explores the role of history in shaping cultural identity and national consciousness, while the third section delves into the relationship between history and politics, including the use of history as a tool for propaganda and manipulation.The fourth section of the book examines the impact of technological advances on historical study, including the advent of digital archives and the use of computer modeling to reconstruct past events. The final section of the book explores the future of historical study, including the challenges posed by globalization and the need for a more inclusive and diverse approach to the discipline.Overall, The Foundations of History is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the origins and evolution of historical study, offering readers a deeper understanding of the complex and multifaceted nature of this important discipline.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2007
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1432631616
• ISBN 13: 9781432631611
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 308
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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