9780259763512 - The Study of History: A Lecture (Classic Reprint) de Smith, Goldwin (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the question of whether history evolves according to scientific laws. The author examines various theories, including those that see history as driven by necessity, free will, or a combination of both. They discuss the concept of historical progress, and whether it is primarily intellectual or moral in nature. The book also explores the role of individuals and institutions in shaping the course of history, and how the study of history can provide insights into the human condition. Ultimately, the author argues that history is a complex phenomenon that cannot be fully explained by any single theory, and that it is best understood as a combination of necessity, free will, and chance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.