Different perspectives enrich our understanding of history from "summary" of What is History? by E. H. Carr
E. H. Carr argues that history is not a fixed, objective truth, but rather a constantly evolving and contested narrative. He emphasizes the importance of considering multiple perspectives to gain a more comprehensive understanding of historical events. Each historian brings their own biases, assumptions, and interpretations to their work, which shape the way they construct and interpret the past. By examining history from different viewpoints, we can uncover a more nuanced and complex understanding of the past. This means lo...
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