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Public History: A Practical Guide
Public History: A Practical Guide
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The 2nd edition of Public History: A Practical Guide provides a comprehensive examination of history as practiced in its various worldly guises and contexts. It explores the skills required by historians and how actors such as museums, archives, government agencies, community history societies, and the media/digital media make history accessible to a wider audience. The book includes new chapters on restoration and preservation, digital history, and history in politics, as well as international case studies and personal reflection sections from industry experts. It offers a global approach to the discipline and serves as a reference point for professional development planning.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 400 pages
\n Publication date: 24 January 2019
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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The second edition of Public History: A Practical Guide offers a comprehensive exploration of history as it is practiced across diverse global contexts. It delves into the various skills required by historians in the field of public history and examines how a diverse range of actors, including museums, archives, government agencies, community history societies, and the media/digital media, facilitate the accessibility of history to a wider audience.
In this exciting new edition, author Faye Sayers has introduced several notable features:
• Brand new chapters on "Restoration and Preservation" and "History and the Working World."
• Substantial additions covering the growing fields of digital history and history in politics.
• More images, figures, and international case studies from the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Asia.
• "Personal Reflection" sections from a diverse range of industry experts from around the world.
• Historiographical updates and significant revisions throughout the text.
• Expanded online Public History Toolkit resource, featuring a range of new features.
Public History: A Practical Guide provides a comprehensive overview of this rapidly evolving field, offering a global perspective that is both accessible and engaging. It serves as an invaluable resource for students seeking to understand the broader implications of history beyond the classroom. Additionally, it explores future methodological possibilities and can be used as a reference point for professional development planning in the sectors discussed.
In conclusion, the second edition of Public History: A Practical Guide is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the world of public history. With its comprehensive coverage, engaging content, and practical insights, it offers a valuable resource for students, professionals, and enthusiasts alike.
\n Weight: 600g\n
Dimension: 157 x 233 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781350051294\n
Edition number: 2 ed\n
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