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The Pursuit of History: Aims, methods and new directions in the study of history,New
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This classic introduction to the study of history invites the reader to stand back and consider some of its most fundamental questions what is the point of studying history? How do we know about the past? Does an objective historical truth exist and can we ever access it?In answering these central questions, John Tosh argues that, despite the impression of fragmentation created by postmodernism in recent years, history is a coherent discipline which still bears the imprint of its nineteenthcentury origins. Consistently clearsighted, he provides a lively and compelling guide to a complex and sometimes controversial subject, while making his readers vividly aware of just how far our historical knowledge is conditioned by the character of the sources and the methods of the historians who work on them.The sixth edition has been revised and updated with key new material including: a brand new chapter on public history sections on digitised sources and historical controversy discussion of topics including transnational history and the nature of the archive an expanded range of examples and case studies a comprehensive companion website providing valuable supporting material, study questions and a bank of primary sources.Lucid and engaging, this edition retains all the userfriendly features that have helped to make this book a favourite with both students and lecturers, including marginal glosses, illustrations and suggestions for further reading. Along with its companion website, this is an essential guide to the theory and practice of history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Pursuit of History'? A: 'The Pursuit of History' primarily focuses on fundamental questions in historiography, such as the purpose of studying history, the nature of historical truth, and how we access knowledge about the past.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Pursuit of History' is John Tosh, a noted historian and scholar in the field of history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in history? A: Yes, this book is designed as an introduction to the study of history, making it suitable for beginners, students, and those interested in understanding historical methods and approaches.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'The Pursuit of History' is the sixth edition, which has been revised and updated with new material.
- Q: What new topics are covered in the sixth edition? A: The sixth edition includes a new chapter on public history, discussions on digitized sources, transnational history, the nature of archives, and expanded examples and case studies.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Pursuit of History' consists of 316 pages, providing comprehensive coverage of its themes.
- Q: What kind of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and suitable for easy handling.
- Q: Is there any supplemental material available for this book? A: Yes, the sixth edition includes a comprehensive companion website that offers supporting material, study questions, and a bank of primary sources.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: The sixth edition of 'The Pursuit of History' was published on February 19, 2015.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new, ensuring that readers receive a quality copy.