{"product_id":"public-history-a-textbook-of-practice-9780367492533","title":"Public History: A Textbook of Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe second edition of Public History: A Textbook of Practice provides an updated guide to the opportunities and challenges of public history practice, linking theory and practice and offering tools for students and practitioners to engage with the public in meaningful ways. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 May 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe second edition of Public History: A Textbook of Practice is a comprehensive guide to the diverse opportunities and complexities faced by public history practitioners in their field. As historians, we have the unique ability to shape public understanding of the past, and those who work in historic preservation, museums, archives, government agencies, as consultants, oral historians, or in crowdsourcing projects require specialized skills. This book seamlessly bridges theory and practice, equipping students and practitioners with the necessary tools to engage in public history across various contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn light of the significant developments in the field of public history over the past few years, this new edition has been updated to reflect these changes. It includes new chapters that explore the definition, history, and international scope of public history, as well as specific practices and theories such as historical fiction, digital public history, and shared authority. The textbook is organized into four sections:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart I: Examining the Past, Present, and Future of Public History.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart II: Exploring Public History Sources and Materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart III: Producing Historical Narratives through Various Media.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart IV: Discussing Opportunities and Challenges in Public History Practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout these sections, the textbook provides approaches, methodologies, and tools for historians and other public history practitioners to actively participate in public debates and the production of historical interpretations. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration, interdisciplinary research, and engagement with diverse audiences as key elements in the practice of public history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are a student, professional, or simply interested in expanding your knowledge of the past, Public History: A Textbook of Practice offers valuable insights and practical guidance for navigating the field of public history. By embracing the power of history to connect, inspire, and inform, we can contribute to a more informed and inclusive society.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 716g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 246 x 174 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367492533\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 ed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas Cauvin","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44104865251578,"sku":"9780367492533","price":161.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1654867722011_book.jpg?v=1655300200","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/public-history-a-textbook-of-practice-9780367492533","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}