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Practicing History: Selected Essays
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Celebrated For Bringing A Personal Touch To History In Her Pulitzer Prizewinning Epic The Guns Of August And Other Classic Books, Barbara W. Tuchman Reflects On World Events And The Historians Craft In These Perceptive, Essential Essays.From Thoughtful Pieces On The Historians Role To Striking Insights Into Americas Past And Present To Trenchant Observations On The International Scene, Barbara W. Tuchman Looks At History In A Unique Way And Draws Lessons From What She Sees. Spanning More Than Four Decades Of Writing In The New York Times Magazine, The Atlantic, Foreign Affairs, Harpers, The Nation, And The Saturday Evening Post, Tuchman Weighs In On A Range Of Eclectic Topics, From Israel And Mao Tsetung To A Freudian Reading Of Woodrow Wilson. This Is A Splendid Body Of Work, The Story Of A Lifetime Spent Practicing History.Praise For Practicing Historypersuades And Enthralls . . . I Can Think Of No Better Primer For The Nonexpert Who Wishes To Learn History.Chicago Suntimesprovocative, Consistent, And Beautifully Readable, An Event Not To Be Missed By History Buffs.Baltimore Suna Delight To Read.The New York Times Book Review
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Practicing History: Selected Essays'? A: 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' by Barbara W. Tuchman explores the role of the historian and reflects on significant world events through a personal lens, drawing lessons from history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' is Barbara W. Tuchman, a renowned historian and Pulitzer Prize winner.
- Q: What types of topics are covered in the essays? A: The essays cover a wide range of topics, including reflections on America’s past and present, insights into international affairs, and commentary on historical figures such as Woodrow Wilson and Mao Tse-tung.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Practicing History: Selected Essays'? A: 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' contains 352 pages.
- Q: When was 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' published? A: 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' was published on August 12, 1982.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in history? A: 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' is praised as a great primer for nonexperts, making it suitable for anyone looking to learn more about history.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' is sold in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' falls under the category of historiography.
- Q: Where can I find more reviews about this book? A: You can find reviews of 'Practicing History: Selected Essays' in major publications such as The New York Times Book Review and Baltimore Sun, as well as on online book retailers.