The Methods and Skills of History: A Practical Guide

Widely acclaimed for its accessibility and engaging approach to the subject, the fourth edition of The Methods and Skills of History combines theory and instruction with hands-on practice, making it a comprehensive guide to historical research and writing.

• Combines theory with hands-on practice in its introduction to historical methods
• Includes a series of field-tested exercises designed to make the research and writing of history more meaningful and accessible to readers
• Features expanded coverage of writing history and up-to-date coverage of online research
• Designed to strengthen students’ critical thinking and communication skills

Keywords: History, history research, historical research, historic writing, historical writing, historiography, historic methodology, historical methodology, critical thinking, primary documents, secondary documents, libraries, oral history, history on film, General & Introductory History