Cannadine, David
What Is History Now?
- ISBN 13:
- 9781403933362
- author:
- Cannadine, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Palgrave Macmillan
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 140 mm X 216 mm
- Genre:
- Historiography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
What does it mean to study history at the start of the Twenty-first century? Ten internationally renowned scholars explore this question in this thought-provoking collection. Written from diverse historical perspectives, their contributions pay tribute to E.H. Carr's seminal work while advancing the debate into new territory. This volume stands alongside Carr's influential book, ensuring its relevance for a new generation of historians. By examining the nature of historical study in the modern era, these scholars provide fresh insights and perspectives on the subject. With 172 pages of expert analysis, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of history and its continued importance in today's world.