Essays On Historical Truth

By Andrew Bisset

Book Overview

Essays on Historical Truth is a collection of essays written by Andrew Bisset, a historian and philosopher. The book explores the concept of historical truth and the challenges that historians face when trying to uncover and interpret the past. Bisset examines the role of bias, interpretation, and perspective in shaping our understanding of history, and he argues that historical truth is always subjective and open to interpretation. The essays cover a range of topics, including the nature of historical evidence, the reliability of historical accounts, and the importance of context in understanding historical events. Bisset draws on examples from a variety of historical periods and cultures to illustrate his points, and he offers insights into the ways in which historians can navigate the complexities of historical truth. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the philosophy of history and the challenges of uncovering the truth about the past.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163301515
• ISBN13: 9781163301517
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 474 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"