Western historiography

Author: Chen Xin
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: In recent years, Dr. Chen Xin has published a series of works and translations on historical theory, greatly enriching the field of historical theory research in China. This book delves deeply into both historical and philosophical aspects to explore the nature of history or historical knowledge, as well as the contributions and shortcomings of various Western historical philosophies. It serves as an invaluable wake-up call for the Chinese historical academia, which has long been accustomed to empirical thinking, and also marks the height of contemporary historical theory thinking in China. Historical narration has been extensively studied abroad and is a significant aspect of Western historical theory research. Dr. Chen Xin's research holds great significance for the field of historical theory and philosophy in China, and its publication will encourage some scholars to pay more attention and conduct more in-depth research on historical theory and philosophy.