Time and the Shape of History by Penelope J Corfield
Explores the relationship between time and history and shows how an appreciation of long-term time helps to make sense of the past. This book analyses the way different societies have conceived and interpreted time, and develops a theory of threefold roles of continuity, gradual change, and revolution that together form a 'braided' history.
“The sheer range of [Corfield’s] inquiry is breathtakingWhere many historians these days do the equivalent of peering through microscopes, examining relatively short periods in great detail, she takes up a powerful telescope. . . . a riveting read.” — W.A Speck, History -- W.A Speck * History *
Penelope J. Corfield is professor of history at Royal Holloway, University of London. Among her books are Language, History & Class and Power & the Professions in Britain, 1700-1850.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780300115581 |
| ISBN 10 | 030011558X |
| Title | Time and the Shape of History |
| Author | Penelope J Corfield |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Yale University Press |
| Year published | 2007-03-22 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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