“History consists of a corpus ascertained facts. The facts are available to the historian in documents, inscriptions and so on, like fish in the fishmonger's slab. The historian collects them, takes them home, and cooks and serves them in whatever style appeals to him.”
This book delves into the philosophical, theoretical, and practical aspects of history, analyzing its role in shaping societies and cultures. It discusses the challenges of interpreting the past and the importance of historical inquiry in understanding the present and future. more
Edward Hallett Carr was a British journalist and historian renowned for his analytical insights into international relations and political events. His seminal work, 'The Twenty Years' Crisis, 1919-1939', is a landmark in the study of international relations, offering a critical perspective on the post-World War I period. Carr's writing, characterized by its clarity and analytical rigor, has had a lasting impact on the field. more
“The historian is, by definition, absolutely incapable of observing the facts which he examines.”
“He who overcomes himself is divine. Most see their ruin before their eyes; but they go on into it.”
“All ages are equidistant from eternity, and just as immediately accessible to God's presence.”