E. H. Carr's What Is History? is the classic introduction to the theory of history. Exploding the Victorian myth of history as a simple record of fact, Carr draws on sources from Nietzsche to Herodotus to argue for a more subtle definition of history as 'an unending dialogue between the present and the past'. Lively, scholarly and challenging, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the meaning of history and its role in society.
By:
Edward Hallett Carr Imprint: Penguin Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: export ed Dimensions:
Height: 181mm,
Width: 111mm,
ISBN:9780141037738 ISBN 10: 0141037733 Pages: 208 Publication Date:01 September 2008 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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College/higher education
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Undergraduate
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Primary
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Reviews for What is History?: The George Macaulay Trevelyan Lectures Delivered in the University of Cambridge
Reminiscent of Ruth Rendall at her best. Herald Relentless and frightening. Guardian A compulsive thriller. Metro Alvtegen keeps up a cracking pace. Uncut