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Representation : The Birth of Historical Reality from the Death of the Past

Representation : The Birth of Historical Reality from the Death of the Past

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In this groundbreaking work, renowned philosopher of history Franklin Rudolf Ankersmit challenges traditional views on historical writing, arguing that historical reality can be constructed from the absence of the past. With a deeply original perspective, Ankersmit offers a powerful vindication of history as an empirical discipline, casting an entirely new light on fundamental concepts such as historical truth, debate, and rationality. This thought-provoking book has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2026 ICHTH-INTH Book Prize, solidifying its place as a significant contribution to the field. Through a bold and unapologetic approach, Ankersmit seeks to fashion a new understanding of the practice of historical writing, one that is both deeply original and profoundly insightful. A must-read for scholars and historians, this book will reshape the way we think about the past and its representation.
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In this groundbreaking work, renowned philosopher of history Franklin Rudolf Ankersmit challenges traditional views on historical writing, arguing that historical reality can be constructed from the absence of the past. With a deeply original perspective, Ankersmit offers a powerful vindication of history as an empirical discipline, casting an entirely new light on fundamental concepts such as historical truth, debate, and rationality. This thought-provoking book has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2026 ICHTH-INTH Book Prize, solidifying its place as a significant contribution to the field. Through a bold and unapologetic approach, Ankersmit seeks to fashion a new understanding of the practice of historical writing, one that is both deeply original and profoundly insightful. A must-read for scholars and historians, this book will reshape the way we think about the past and its representation.
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