History: what and why? ; ancient, modern, and postmodern perspectives

History: What and Why? is an introductory survey of historians' views about the nature and purpose of their subject. It takes particular account of the classical and early-modern periods, and concludes with a consideration of ongoing debates. It offers a historical perspective and clear guide t...

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Main Author: Southgate, Beverley C. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London [u.a.] Routledge 1996
Edition:1. publ.
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Summary:History: What and Why? is an introductory survey of historians' views about the nature and purpose of their subject. It takes particular account of the classical and early-modern periods, and concludes with a consideration of ongoing debates. It offers a historical perspective and clear guide to contemporary debates about the nature and purpose of history; a discussion of the traditional model of history as an account of the past 'as it was'; an assessment of the challenges to orthodox views posed by developments in psychology, linguistics, and philosophy; an examination of the impact of Marxism, feminism, and post-colonialism on the study of history; and a postmodern vision for the future of the subject.
Physical Description:XI, 167 S. Ill.
ISBN:0415138825
0415138833

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