History

Demystifying the subject with clarity and verve, this book familiarizes the reader with the varied spectrum of historical approaches. Global in scope, this second edition is fully updated throughout to include: an increased spread of case studies from beyond Europe. new chapters on important and growing areas of historical inquiry, such as environmental history and digital history more discussion of non-traditional forms of historical representation and knowledge like film, fiction and video games. Accompanied by a new companion website (www.routledge.com/cw/claus), this book is an essential introduction for all students of historical theory and method.