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The Historical Present: Uses and Abuses of the Past,Used
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Although the American republic is a child of history, Americans are prone to historical forgetfulness. They tend to think of themselves as futureoriented. Even when history unites with American popular culture, it is often in the form of "docudrama," or conspiracy theories, and other varieties of pseudohistory. Ed Yoder's exploration of the centrality of history in our lives blends an experienced journalist's zest for current trends with a lifelong interest in American and European history. In this book of linked essays, he writes about topics as diverse as the 1995 controversy over the Enola Gay exhibit at the Air and Space Museum in Washington, Barbara Tuchman's success as a popular historian, the historical reputations of Lincoln and Jefferson, the fluctuations of presidential rankings, the revival of nationalist wars and rivalries in Eastern Europe, the politically charged dispute over the significance of Columbus's voyages on their 500th anniversary, the light thrown by William Faulkner's novels on the dilemma of black families, and the argument over "original intent" in constitutional interpretation. Yoder shows, with an abundance of specific examples, how essential collective memory is to social understanding and selfknowledge. He argues that history, far from being a dry accumulation of facts, is a fascinating inquiry into "transformations" how, for example, a thinly settled strip of Atlantic seaboard colonies became a nation, at first gradually and then in the revolutionary spasm of the summer of 1776. Yoder also explores the puzzling American resistance to the study of the past, suggesting that Americans avoid history in part because they have luckily escaped the tragic calamities of older cultures. The myths of American innocence and exemption, he argues, have fostered an illusion that history as the teacher of vital lessons can be ignored, although it is actually the very matrix of the way we understand ourselves in the present. Edwin M. Yoder, Jr., is a columnist for The Washington Post Writers Group and a professor of journalism and humanities at Washington and Lee University. In 1979 he was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for editorial writing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Historical Present: Uses and Abuses of the Past'? A: The main theme of the book explores the significance of history in shaping American identity and collective memory, examining how historical narratives impact social understanding and self-knowledge.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Edwin M. Yoder, Jr., a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and professor of journalism and humanities.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 1, 1997.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Historical Present'? A: The book contains 205 pages.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, this book is listed as new.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include the Enola Gay exhibit controversy, the historical reputations of figures like Lincoln and Jefferson, and the implications of Columbus's voyages.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The book is aimed at readers interested in American and European history, as well as those exploring the relationship between history and contemporary culture.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or photographs? A: The book does not specifically mention illustrations or photographs in the details provided.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for historical studies? A: Yes, it can serve as a reference due to its exploration of various historical narratives and their implications on current societal understanding.