Techniques and Guidelines for Historical Research

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History is what happened in the past, when it happened, and how it happened. It is an inquiry into the inevitable changes in human affairs in the past and the ways these changes affect, influence or determine the patterns of life in the society. It is, or should be an attempt to re-think the past. This book undertakes historical research and provides invaluable advice and support with methodological analysis. History Research: Theory and Methods presents a clear, practical guide to the study, research and writing of history. Each stage of historical research is covered, from the selection of a topic and the organization and evaluation of source material, through to the completion of a typescript. The book “Techniques and Guidelines for Historical Research” focuses on the study of history provides detailed guidance on research methods and includes comprehensive information on stylistic conventions for presenting historical work. Starting from source collection to thesis, writing this is an authentic text of Historical Research.