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What Is History?

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______ is a 1961 non-fiction book by historian E. H. Carr on historiography.

What Is History.

It discusses history, facts, the ______ of historians, science, morality, individuals and society, and moral judgements in history.

bias

The book originated in a series of lectures given by Carr in 1961 at the University of ______.

Cambridge

Carr's ideas are contentious, particularly his relativism and his rejection of ______ as an important factor in historical analysis.

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The book begins with Chapter 1 The Historian and His ______, this is followed by chapters on the Society and the.

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What Is History?

A 1961 book by E.H. Carr on historiography focusing on history, facts, historian bias, science, morality, and individuals/societies.

Historian's Bias

The tendency for historians' personal views and beliefs to influence their interpretations of historical events.

Carr's Relativism

Carr's belief, which is contentious, that historical interpretations are dependent on the perspective and values of the historian, and not objective facts.

Cambridge University Lectures

The setting of lectures that originally formed the content of 'What Is History?'

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Historical Facts

The events and details that are part of a historical account.

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What is History?

A 1961 non-fiction book on historiography by historian E. H. Carr.
Explores various aspects of history, including the role of facts, historians, science, morality, individuals, and society.
The book arose from lectures delivered by Carr at the University of London in 1961.

Key Themes

Examines the relationship between facts and interpretation in historical research.
Discusses the subjectivity and biases inherent in historical writing.
Challenges the objectivity and neutrality of historical accounts.

Controversy

Carr's ideas sparked debate, particularly his view on relativism and his dismissal of objectivity in historical analysis.
The book emphasizes the influence of the historian's context and perspectives on their interpretations of the past.

Book Structure

The book starts with Chapter 1 "The Historian and His Facts."
Subsequent chapters explore the intricate relationship between society and historical analysis.

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Test your knowledge on the book "What Is History" by E. H. Carr with this quiz. Explore key concepts such as historiography, bias, science, morality, and more. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the theories presented in this influential work.