A Little Book for New Historians: Why and How to Study History
- ISBN-10
- 0830872450
- ISBN-13
- 9780830872459
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 120
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2019-03-12
- Publisher
- InterVarsity Press
- Author
- Robert Tracy McKenzie
Description
Veteran historian Robert Tracy McKenzie offers a concise, clear, and beautifully written introduction to the study of history. Laying out necessary skills, methods, and attitudes for historians in training, this resource is loaded with concrete examples and insightful principles that show how the study of history—when faithfully pursued—can shape your heart as well as your mind.
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