| Author |
Robinson, James Harvey, 1863-1936 |
| Title |
An Introduction to the History of Western Europe
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"An Introduction to the History of Western Europe" by James Harvey Robinson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a foundational text aimed at providing students with an understanding of the significant transformations in European culture since the time of the Germanic invasions and the fall of the Roman Empire. It focuses not only on political developments but also on economic, intellectual, and artistic achievements throughout the centuries. The opening of this volume establishes the author's purpose in framing history as a complex study of human society and its ongoing developments. Robinson emphasizes the importance of proportionality in historical narratives and aims to provide a clear and meaningful account of Western European history, conscious of the vastness of the subject. He outlines the scope of the book, which explores the periods before, during, and after the barbarian invasions, introducing key figures and institutions while navigating through the intricate tapestry of European civilization. Robinson stresses the need for historians to approach the past with empathy and recognition of the continuity of societal changes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
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| Subject |
Europe -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
26042 |
| Release Date |
Jul 12, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 16, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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