A Practical Guide to Studying History

Name: A Practical Guide to Studying History
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781472529985
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A Practical Guide to Studying History, found in the History & Military category, provides students with clear strategies and methodologies for effectively understanding and analysing historical events. Designed to enhance critical thinking, the book offers insightful techniques for evaluating sources and constructing well-supported historical arguments. Perfect for both novices and seasoned history enthusiasts, it serves as a valuable companion for navigating complex historical narratives.
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You might enjoy this guide if you're passionate about history and looking for practical techniques to analyse past events. It could appeal to you if you're a student or a history enthusiast eager to deepen your understanding of historical research and interpretation.

A Practical Guide to Studying History

"An introduction to the fundamental skills and principles underpinning historical research and writing, and to the different contexts in which history is produced and consumed"--

An introduction to the fundamental skills and principles underpinning historical research and writing, and to the different contexts in which history is produced and consumed.

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PROSE Award Winner (2018) in the Textbook/Humanities Category

A Practical Guide to Studying History is the perfect guide for students embarking on degree-level study. The book:

introduces students to the concepts of historical objectivity, frameworks, and debate,
explains the differences in aims, methods, and audiences for different types of history,
explores the relationship between the skills developed during a history undergraduate degree and the practice of professional history,
helps students develop the practical skills required to read historical writing critically, write good essays, and participate in historical debates,
includes study questions, further reading lists, text boxes, maps, and illustrations.

The book incorporates case studies taken from a range of regions and periods, reflecting the varied nature of historical study at university, and helps students to understand history, and to practise it successfully. It is an indispensable guide to studying history.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

A Practical Guide to Studying History is highly recommended for history undergraduates, offering a comprehensive introduction to historical methodology and skills needed for university study. The book's engaging chapters cover key themes and debates, providing practical guidance on research and writing, and highlighting the diverse ways history is practiced. With contributions from experienced historians, it serves as an insightful resource for both students and educators, inspiring a deeper understanding of the historian's craft.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472529985

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 January 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Illustration: 25 bw illus

Contributors:

Edited by Tracey Loughran

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 539g

Pages: 352

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History & Military Non-Fiction

About the Author

Tracey Loughran is Professor of History at the University of Essex, UK. She is the author of Shell-Shock and Medical Culture in First World War Britain (2017).