Modern times and the living past

By Henry W. Elson

Modern times race ahead, yet old ideas steer the wheel. History still breathes beside us. In Modern times and the living past, Henry W. Elson, a respected early 20th century history writer, gathers classic historical essays that trace how institutions, beliefs, and inherited habits continue past shaping the present. With a lucid, conversational sweep, he connects daily life to the long arc of civilisation and cultural heritage, offering a historical perspective on progress without losing sight of the human costs and gains. Elson writes for the lay reader, but his judgements invite discussion, making it ideal for reading groups and classroom debate. Clear, brisk, and quietly bold. Read a chapter at a time, or follow the argument through; it rewards the curious browser and the committed student alike, and it serves well as supplemental reading for students or homeschool world history. As a public domain history book, Elson's work stands as a thoughtful witness to its era: optimistic about modernity, alert to continuity, and grounded in western civilization studies. It pairs naturally with a wells outline of history and complements story of civilization readers, adding depth where timelines become too neat. For collectors of enduring non-fiction, it is also a complete text edition of a voice that helped shape popular historical understanding in the English-speaking world. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9353708877
• ISBN13: 9789353708870
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 860 Pages
• Weight: 2.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.9" x 5.5" x 8.5"