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Judgments on History and Historians

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The book offers a compilation of Jacob Burckhardt's lecture notes from his history courses at the University of Basel, covering five significant historical eras. Each of the 149 sections provides insights into the driving forces of world history, reflecting Burckhardt's esteemed perspective as a historian. The work serves as a profound introduction to historical analysis, emphasizing the evolution of civilization from Antiquity through the Age of Revolution. Edited by Emil Durr, it captures Burckhardt's intellectual legacy and his influence on historical thought.

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Judgments on History and Historians, Jacob Burckhardt

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1999
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English
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Liberty Fund
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1999
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Hardcover
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314
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9780865972063
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The book offers a compilation of Jacob Burckhardt's lecture notes from his history courses at the University of Basel, covering five significant historical eras. Each of the 149 sections provides insights into the driving forces of world history, reflecting Burckhardt's esteemed perspective as a historian. The work serves as a profound introduction to historical analysis, emphasizing the evolution of civilization from Antiquity through the Age of Revolution. Edited by Emil Durr, it captures Burckhardt's intellectual legacy and his influence on historical thought.