Format:
Online-Ressource (286 p)
ISBN:
9780582294592
Content:
This is the first practical guide to cover the various stages of a history research project, from the selection of the topic and the organization and interpretation of source material, through to the completion of the written-up record.〈EM〉〈/EM〉Whether it is for a dissertation, thesis article or, indeed, full-length book〈EM〉, Historical Research 〈/EM〉deals with the purpose of research, and the implications, limitations and benefits of different research methods, as well as the effective presentation of the finished result.
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Description based upon print version of record
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Cover; Half Title; Title Page; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Preface; Part I The study of history; 1 The nature and value of history; 2 History and the social sciences; 3 History and the natural sciences; Part II Research methods; 4 Research tools; 5 Historical sources; 6 Planning a research project; 7 Locating and indexing source material; 8 Evaluating source material; 9 Research notes; 10 The preparation of drafts; 11 Illustrative material; 12 Research for a higher degree; 13 Publication of articles and books; Part III Stylistic conventions; 14 Abbreviations, numbers and punctuation
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15 Typescript format16 Footnote and bibliographical references; 17 Proofreading; 18 Indexing; Glossary; Guide to further reading; Index
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781317886372
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780582294592
Additional Edition:
Print version Historical Research : A Guide for Writers of Dissertations, Theses, Articles and Books
Language:
English
Keywords:
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