INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF HISTORY by Thomas, Geoffrey ISBN 071563030X
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This guide to the philosophy of history discusses important questions in the logic and methodolgy of historical inquiry, and examines 'speculative' philosophy of history - the attempt to discern patterns or rhythms in past events.
A reliable first view of the subject providing an up-to-date comprehensive textbook for students of History and Philosophy. This versatile guide to the philosophy of history discusses four central questions: Since, in some sense, the past does not exist, is historical knowledge possible? If it is possible, what is its exact basis in evidence? What is the proper form of historical knowledge - should it aim at scientific generality or seek to elucidate unique events? Can historical knowledge be fully objective or is it always marked by personal bias, social perspective and ethical judgement? As well as discussing such important questions concerning the logic and methodology of historical inquiry, Geoffrey Thomas also examine 'speculative' philosophy of history - the attempt to discern patterns or rhythms in past events. This book provides a critical commentary on the contribution of a range of influential theorists: from Aristotle through St Augustine, Machiavelli, Hegel, Marxs and J.S. Mill to Collingwood, Oakeshott, Popper, Derrida, Foucault and the feminist historian Sheila Rowbotham.
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INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF HISTORY
[edit] Author
Thomas, Geoffrey
[edit] ISBN
071563030X
[edit] Published
22/12/2006
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Gerald Duckworth & Co. Ltd
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paperback
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14.99 (GBP)
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13.49 (GBP)
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