The Practice of History

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By Geoffrey R. Elton

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In The Practice of History, Geoffrey R. Elton offers an insightful examination of historical scholarship and methodology. He discusses the fundamental principles of studying history, emphasising the importance of evidence-based analysis and the historian's role in interpreting past events. This book serves as a guide for understanding how history is crafted and the critical thinking involved in historical research.
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If you have an interest in understanding how historians go about their work and the methodologies behind interpreting historical events, this book may appeal to you. It offers a deep dive into the principles and practices of historical research, making it a valuable read for anyone curious about the craft of history writing.

A book on the study of history by G R Elton, it makes a major contribution to the question 'What is history?'. It sets out Elton's experience in the study, writing and teaching of history. It includes an which assesses the book's relationship to Elton's work, and its impact on the historical profession and its lessons for historians.

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This original and important book on the study of history is now available in a new edition. The Practice of History by G. R. Elton is a classic work that serves as a wide-ranging, succinct, and practical introduction for all students and general readers. It makes a major contribution to the question, "What is history?"

In this book, Elton sets out his experience in the study, writing, and teaching of history. The author perceived the work as a manifesto, an explanation of his faith and practice of the subject. Since its first publication in 1969, the book has become a classic text for students and teachers.

This edition includes a new afterword by Richard Evans, which assesses the book's relationship to Elton's work as a whole, its impact on the historical profession, and its lessons for historians today.

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The Practice of History by Geoffrey R. Elton is praised for its insightful analysis of historical methodology, combining rigorous scholarship with engaging prose. Critics highlight Elton's emphasis on the importance of evidence in historical research and his advocacy for traditional historical practices. However, some readers note the book's more traditionalist perspective might not appeal to adherents of newer historiographical trends.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780631229803

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 December 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 234

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About the Author

G. R. Elton was Regius Professor of Modern History at Cambridge University from 1983 to 1988. Among his numerous works are The Tudor Revolution in Government (1953), England under the Tudors (1955), Reform and Renewal (1973), The Parliament of England 1559–1581 and The English (Blackwell, 1992), and he was founding editor of the Blackwell History of the Modern British Isles. Professor Elton was President of the Royal Historical Society from 1972 until 1976 and honorary Vice-President from 1976 until his death in 1994.

Richard J. Evans is Professor of Modern History at the University of Cambridge. His many publications include Death in Hamburg (1987), Rituals ofRetribution (1996), In Defence of History (1997, reissued with a new Afterword 2001), and Tales from the GermanUnderworld (1998).