Theory and Philosophy of History - Global Variations

This Element argues for a broad and inclusive understanding of the 'theory and philosophy of history', a goal that has proven elusive. Different intellectual traditions have competing, often incompatible definitions of what could or should count as proper 'theory/philosophy of history'. By expanding on the traditional versions of the 'history of the theory and philosophy of history' and including contexts from the Global South, particularly Latin America, the author hopes to offer a broader, more inclusive perspective on the theoretical reflections about history.

List of contents

1. Introduction; 2. The traditional (hi)stories of the theory and philosophy of history; 3. Theory and philosophy of history beyond 'the West'; 4. Towards an inclusive definition.

Summary

This Element argues for a broad and inclusive understanding of the 'theory and philosophy of history', a goal that has proven elusive.

Foreword

The field of theory and philosophy of history deals with our many ways of relating to the past(s).

Product details

• Authors: João Ohara, Joao (Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeir Ohara
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.08.2022
• EAN: 9781009005159
• ISBN: 978-1-0-0900515-9
• No. of pages: 75
• Series: Elements in Historical Theory and Practice
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > General, dictionaries; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); History of Ideas, History: theory & methods, HISTORY / Historiography, General & world history, General and world history, History: theory and methods