Publisher's Synopsis
""An Introduction to the English Historians"" is a book written by Charles A. Beard in 1921. The book provides an overview of the major English historians from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. It covers the works of historians such as Bede, William of Malmesbury, Thomas Fuller, and Edward Gibbon, among others. The book is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a different period in English history. The first chapter covers the Anglo-Saxon period, while the second chapter focuses on the Norman Conquest and the Middle Ages. The third chapter covers the Tudor and Stuart periods, while the fourth chapter discusses the 18th century and the rise of the Enlightenment. The fifth chapter covers the Victorian era, and the final chapter discusses the early 20th century.Throughout the book, Beard provides critical analysis of the works of each historian, discussing their strengths and weaknesses, and placing them within the context of their time. He also provides insights into the historical events and social conditions that influenced the writing of history during each period.Overall, ""An Introduction to the English Historians"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England and the development of historical writing. It provides a comprehensive overview of the major English historians and their contributions to the field, and offers insights into the historical and social contexts in which they wrote.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.
