Format:
XVIII, 274 S.
,
graph. Darst.
Edition:
1. publ.
ISBN:
9781845455415
Content:
"The abuse of history is common and quite possibly once more on the rise. Although this is well documented, there is no general theory that enables historians to identify, prove, explain, and evaluate the many types of abuse of history. In this book, the author presents such a theory. Reflecting on the responsible use of history, the author identifies the duties that the living has toward the dead and analyzes the rights to memory and history necessary to fulfill these duties. He concludes his argument by proposing a code of ethics as a guide for responsible historians. This work is vital for any historian who wants to oppose and prevent the abuse of history."-- Book jacket
Content:
A theory of the abuse of history -- The dictator's secret archives -- Defamation cases against historians -- Duties of the living to the dead -- The rights to memory and history -- A code of ethics for historians
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Online-Ausgabe De Baets, Antoon Responsible History. New York, NY : Berghahn Books, Incorporated, 2008 ISBN 9781845458782
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781845455415
Additional Edition:
ISBN 184545541X
Language:
English
Subjects:
History
Keywords:
Geschichtswissenschaft
;
Ethik
;
Historiker
;
Wissenschaftsethik
;
Geschichtsbild
URL:
http://www.h-net.org/reviews/showrev.php?id=29729
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