Historical Revisionism

Book Overview

Historical revisionism refers to any reinterpretation of recorded history, but whether this practice is beneficial, harmful, or somewhere in between is hotly contested. While allowing newly discovered evidence and facts to enter the historical record may seem benign, the reinterpretation of existing facts to reflect contemporary morality is a far more controversial aspect of the topic. Many also worry this could lead to historical facts being distorted,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1534505377
• ISBN13: 9781534505377
• Release Date: July 2019
• Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.9" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12