History: An Introduction to Theory and Method

This book provides an accessible introduction to historical perspectives from various disciplines, including historiography, literature, sociology, geography, and anthropology. It is revised and updated with new areas of historical enquiry and themes, such as the history of emotions, video history, and global pandemics. It encourages historians to think beyond the boundaries of the West and consider diverse approaches to history by engaging with theoretical perspectives and methodologies. It is an essential resource for students of historical theory and method.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book offers an accessible introduction to a wide range of concerns that have preoccupied historians throughout history. With a global perspective, it explores historical perspectives not only from historiography but also from related areas such as literature, sociology, geography, and anthropology, which have engaged in fruitful dialogues with history. Written in a clear and accessible manner, this third edition is extensively revised with a new structure and additional areas of historical inquiry and themes, including the history of emotions, video history, and global pandemics.

In their endeavor to think beyond the boundaries of the West, the authors have approached history from diverse angles. They have engaged with theoretical perspectives and methodologies that have laid the foundation for excellent historical practice. By examining the discipline of historiography, the authors delve into how historians explore the past and establish the boundaries between history and other disciplines such as sociology or geography.

This book is an invaluable resource for students of historical theory and method, regardless of their level of expertise. It provides a comprehensive and systematic exploration of the key concepts and methodologies in the field, making it an essential tool for anyone seeking to understand the past and its significance. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, History: An Introduction to Theory and Method 3ed will help you deepen your understanding of historical analysis and enhance your skills as a historian.

Weight: 898g
Dimension: 174 x 247 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367740955
Edition number: 3 ed