Ancient History

by Charles W. Hedrick Jr.

Book Overview

This book introduces students to the chief disciplines, methods and sources employed in 'doing' ancient history, as opposed to 'reading' it. The book: Encourages readers to engage with historical sources, rather than to be passive recipients of historical tales Gives readers a sense of the nature of evidence and its use in the reconstruction of the past Helps them to read a historical narrative with more critical appreciation Encourages them to consider...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405106581
• ISBN13: 9781405106580
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"