Author Description
The Prospect of Global History takes a new approach to the study of global history, seeking to apply it, rather than advocate it. The volume seeks perspectives on history from East Asian and Islamic sources as well as European ones, and insists on depth in historical analysis. The Prospect of Global History will speak to those interested in medieval and ancient history as well as modern history. Chapters range from historical sociology to economic history, from medieval to modern times, from European expansion to constitutional history, and from the United States across South Asia to China.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates how the field of global history can move beyond theoretical advocacy toward practical, rigorous application across diverse geographical and temporal contexts. The authors, a team of distinguished historians, argue that global history must integrate non-Western sources—specifically from East Asian and Islamic traditions—alongside traditional European perspectives to achieve a more comprehensive historical analysis. By emphasizing depth over breadth, the text provides a framework for scholars to conduct research that transcends regional silos while maintaining high standards of historical inquiry.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Methodological approaches to global history including historical sociology and economic history
- Comparative studies spanning from medieval to modern time periods
- Regional analyses covering the United States, South Asia, and China
- Integration of constitutional history and European expansion narratives
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide a singular, unified theory of global history but rather a collection of diverse applications
- It does not focus on pre-modern history exclusively, as it balances ancient, medieval, and modern perspectives
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this volume as a significant contribution to the methodological development of global history studies. Scholars frequently note the academic density of the prose, making it a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students seeking to refine their analytical frameworks.
Page Count:
236
Publication Date:
2016-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191046140
ISBN-13:
9780191046148
History
Non-Fiction
Historiography
Global History
Special Topics
World Civilization
Academic