Publisher's Synopsis
""The Study of History in England and Scotland"" is a book written by Paul Fredericq and first published in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the history of historical studies in England and Scotland. It covers the development of historical research, the role of universities and scholars in shaping the study of history, and the impact of political and social changes on historical writing.The book is divided into four main sections. The first section provides an overview of the history of historical studies in England and Scotland, from the early Middle Ages to the 19th century. The second section focuses on the role of universities in shaping the study of history, including the establishment of chairs of history and the influence of academic institutions on historical research.The third section discusses the impact of political and social changes on historical writing, including the rise of nationalism and the emergence of new historical methodologies. The final section examines the state of historical studies in the late 19th century, including the challenges faced by historians and the future direction of the field.Overall, ""The Study of History in England and Scotland"" is an important contribution to the history of historical studies. It provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of the development of historical research in two of the most important countries in the field. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of historical studies or the development of academic disciplines more broadly.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
