“History is no criminal court”
Quote by Leopold von Ranke
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The secret of world history: selected writings on the art and science of history
This volume brings together a selection of writings that reflect on the nature of historical inquiry, addressing both the artistic and scientific dimensions of the discipline. The essays consider how historians craft narratives from evidence, the role of interpretation in shaping our understanding of world events, and the underlying principles that guide historical research. The work engages with questions of objectivity, narrative structure, and the relationship between historical facts and the stories we tell about them, offering insights into the craft of history as both a rigorous science and a creative art. more
Author
Leopold von Ranke
Leopold von Ranke, born on December 21, 1795 and died on May 23, 1886, was a prominent German historian. Known for his rigorous empirical approach to historical research, Ranke had a profound impact on the field of history in the 19th century. more
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