9780243142972 - history (classic reprint) di gretton, r. h. (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book traces how the study of history has transformed dramatically over two hundred years, from being a monastic pursuit focused on the past as a lens through which to understand the present, to a subject taught and studied in universities and colleges around the world. The author argues that the change in historical method and outlook was a result of the Rationalist spirit of the 18th century, which rejected the authority of the Church and emphasized the importance of critical thinking and scientific inquiry. The book also examines the work of key historians, such as Leopold von Ranke, who developed new methods for studying history, and argues that the growing demand for popular education in the 19th and 20th centuries led to a new emphasis on making history accessible and relevant to the general public. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of historical studies and offers valuable insights into the role of history in understanding the present day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…