Essential Skills for Historians by J. Laurence Hare, Jack Wel... - 9781350005457

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Unlock your potential as a historian with 'Essential Skills for Historians'. This practical guide, authored by J. Laurence Hare, Jack Wells, and Bruce E. Baker, is designed to help undergraduate students seamlessly transition into in-depth historical study. It equips you with the essential techniques needed for independent research projects and aspiring professional historians. Discover the relevance of the historical discipline to contemporary culture and learn how to develop a research project step-by-step. The book utilizes two sample projects to demonstrate the crucial links between critical thinking, time management, source criticism, and historical interpretation. Gain a deep understanding of sound historical practice and the critical analysis of the past's role in today's society. Explore the outcomes of historical research and the diverse career paths available for those with honed historical skills. Key topics covered include effective research strategies, insightful source reading, compelling writing, and professional ethics. With helpful features like glossaries, project guidelines, hands-on exercises, and a companion website, this book is your comprehensive resource. Product Summary: Essential Skills for Historians, paperback book by J. Laurence Hare, Jack Wells, and Bruce E. Baker. Published by Bloomsbury Academic. Features 264 pages, English language version. ISBN: 9781350005457. Dimensions: 234 mm width, 156 mm height. First edition released 12/12/2019.