History and Historical Research: Theory and Method
Padhi, Arvind (Dr.)
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PRODUCT DETAILS
Book ID : 39028
ISBN-10 : 93-80117-29-9 / 9380117299
ISBN-13 : 978-93-80117-29-4 / 9789380117294
Place
of Publication :
Delhi
Year
of Publication :
2011
Edition : (First Edition)
Language : English
v, 248p., Bib., 23 cm.
CONTENTS
CONTENTS:- 1. What is history. 2. Nature and Importance of the study of history. 3. Survey of historical sources. 4. Findings of historical teaching and research. 5. Historical method. 6. Shaping forces of history. 7. Religion in history. 8. Selection of topic for research. 9. Historical evidence or traces. 10. Historical objectivity and analysis. 11. Thesis writing.
DESCRIPTION
With increasing pressure on students and academics to produce independently researched dissertations theses articles and monographs this book undertakes historical research and provides invaluable advice and support. History and Historical Research: Theory and Method presents a clear practical guide to the study, research and writing of history. Each stage of historical research is covered from the selection of a topic and the organisation and evaluation of source material through to the completion of a typescript. The book focuses on the study of history provides detailed guidance on research methods and includes comprehensive information on stylistic conventions for presenting historical work. Numerous examples and practical suggestions assist readers to plan, organise and complete history projects more effectively.