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LoC No.: 21020288

Title: Theory & History of Historiography

Alternate Title: Theory and History of Historiography

Note: Reading ease score: 27.9 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon
in an extended version, also linking to free sources for
education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...)
Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.

Summary: "Theory & History of Historiography" by Benedetto Croce is an analytical work on the philosophy and methodology of historiography written in the early 20th century. This treatise aims to deepen the understanding of historical narratives by exploring concepts such as the distinction between history and chronicle, the role of documents, and the meaning of historical truth. With a focus on the intricacies of historiographical thought, Croce seeks to redefine how history is comprehended and recorded, urging readers to recognize the contemporary relevance of all history. At the start of the work, the author introduces critical ideas about the nature of history, contending that every historical narrative is inherently contemporary, as it is shaped by present understanding and contexts. He emphasizes that history should not merely recount events but should inspire critical thought and self-reflection within the reader, thereby linking past experiences with current realities. Croce addresses the inadequacies of traditional historical methods that separate historical narratives from living contexts and documents, arguing that true historical understanding emerges only when these elements intersect within the realm of human consciousness. Ultimately, he sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of different historiographical traditions and their implications for the conception of history itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Croce, Benedetto, 1866-1952

Translator: Ainslie, Douglas, 1865-1948

EBook No.: 54642

Published: May 2, 2017

Downloads: 152

Language: English

Subject: Historiography

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 21020288

Title: Theory & History of Historiography

Alternate Title: Theory and History of Historiography

Note: Reading ease score: 27.9 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon
in an extended version, also linking to free sources for
education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...)
Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.

Summary: "Theory & History of Historiography" by Benedetto Croce is an analytical work on the philosophy and methodology of historiography written in the early 20th century. This treatise aims to deepen the understanding of historical narratives by exploring concepts such as the distinction between history and chronicle, the role of documents, and the meaning of historical truth. With a focus on the intricacies of historiographical thought, Croce seeks to redefine how history is comprehended and recorded, urging readers to recognize the contemporary relevance of all history. At the start of the work, the author introduces critical ideas about the nature of history, contending that every historical narrative is inherently contemporary, as it is shaped by present understanding and contexts. He emphasizes that history should not merely recount events but should inspire critical thought and self-reflection within the reader, thereby linking past experiences with current realities. Croce addresses the inadequacies of traditional historical methods that separate historical narratives from living contexts and documents, arguing that true historical understanding emerges only when these elements intersect within the realm of human consciousness. Ultimately, he sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of different historiographical traditions and their implications for the conception of history itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Croce, Benedetto, 1866-1952

Translator: Ainslie, Douglas, 1865-1948

EBook No.: 54642

Published: May 2, 2017

Downloads: 152

Language: English

Subject: Historiography

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.