TY  - BOOK
AU  - Claus,Peter
AU  - Marriott,John
TI  - History: an introduction to theory, method and practice 
SN  - 9781405812542 (pbk.)
AV  - D 13 C616h 2012
U1  - 907.2 23
PY  - 2012///
CY  - Harlow, New York
PB  - Pearson Education
KW  - Historiography
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index
N2  - Why should history students care about theory? What relevance does it have to the "proper" role of the historian?

Historiography and historical theory are often perceived as complex subjects, which many history students find frustrating and difficult. Philosophical approaches, postmodernism, anthropology, feminism or Marxism can seem arcane and abstract and students often struggle to apply these ideas in practice.

Starting from the premise that historical theory and historiography are fascinating and exciting topics to study, Claus and Marriott guide the student through the various historical theories and approaches in a balanced, comprehensive and engaging way. Packed with intriguing anecdotes from all periods of history and supported by primary extracts from original historical writings, History: An Introduction to Theory, Method and Practice is the student-friendly text which demystifies the subject with clarity and verve
ER  -