This introduction to contemporary historical theory and practice shows how issues of identity have shaped how we write history. Stefan Berger highlights key trends in the theory of history and how these have led to a new self-reflexivity in historical writing across traditional and emerging new fiel...

This introduction to contemporary historical theory and practice shows how issues of identity have shaped how we write history. Stefan Berger highlights key trends in the theory of history and how these have led to a new self-reflexivity in historical writing across traditional and emerging new fields.