9781331002598 - History and Materialism, Vol. 10 (Classic Reprint) de Lloyd, Alfred H. (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 explores the idea of materialism and how it can be found in the study of history. The author argues that materialism is not simply the study of the physical world, but a tendency to treat parts of reality as if they were independent wholes. This can lead to a distorted view of history, in which the role of human agency and the interconnectedness of events is downplayed. The author examines several ways in which materialism can manifest in historical study, including the idea that history repeats itself, the belief in sudden and complete reactions, and the notion of progress as a linear trajectory. The book also discusses the importance of the individual in history, arguing that the personal experience can bridge the gaps between different social classes and historical periods. Ultimately, the author argues that a materialistic approach to history can lead to a loss of perspective and an inability to fully appreciate the complexity and dynamism of human experience. 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.