What Is History?
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Edward Hallett Carr
Binding: Hardback
Published: MACMILLAN & CO LTD, 1961
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
What Is History? presents a foundational inquiry into the discipline of history, challenging conventional notions of objectivity and fact. Edward Hallett Carr critically examines the historian's craft, arguing that historical accounts are inherently shaped by the interpreter's perspective and the societal context. This influential work illustrates the dynamic interplay between past events and present understanding, compelling readers to reconsider the very essence of historical truth. It further chronicles the evolution of historical thought, offering a profound meditation on causation, progress, and the purpose of studying the past. Carr's incisive analysis remains a cornerstone for anyone seeking a deeper comprehension of how history is made and understood.
Author: Edward Hallett Carr
Binding: Hardback
Published: MACMILLAN & CO LTD, 1961
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
What Is History? presents a foundational inquiry into the discipline of history, challenging conventional notions of objectivity and fact. Edward Hallett Carr critically examines the historian's craft, arguing that historical accounts are inherently shaped by the interpreter's perspective and the societal context. This influential work illustrates the dynamic interplay between past events and present understanding, compelling readers to reconsider the very essence of historical truth. It further chronicles the evolution of historical thought, offering a profound meditation on causation, progress, and the purpose of studying the past. Carr's incisive analysis remains a cornerstone for anyone seeking a deeper comprehension of how history is made and understood.