Uses And Abuses Of History

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Author : Margaret Macmillan
Binding : Hardcover
EAN : 9780670066803
Number of Pages : 194
Product Group : Book
Publication Date : 2008-04-15

ASIN : 067006680X

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History Lessons (2008-08-16)

Based on a series of University lectures from Historian Margaret MacMillan, "The Uses and Abuses of History" is a brief synopsis of the current trends in historiography, both good and bad.In particular, MacMillan is concerned about the "abuse" of history for nationalistic purposes. The dangers of revisionism through selective emphasis and narrow interpretations which according to MacMillan have been used by demagogue leaders to further their jingoistic agendas.On the positive side, MacMillan discusses the recent popularity of genealogies in this increasingly post-modern society that we live in. Again, however, MacMillan cautions us about the tendency to narcissism without seeing the bigger picture. MacMillan's writing is clear and easy to follow. Overall, this is a great book for the average reader to understand a little more about historiography and the challenges the contemporary professional Historian faces.

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