Futures for the Past

Book Details

• Author: Kalle Pihlainen

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Paperback

• Pages: 170

• ISBN: 9780367251789

• Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book

In the last fifty years, academic history has undergone profound changes, not just in its subject matter but also in its methods of presentation. These transformations have been driven by new ideological emphases, the rise of more socially engaged and up-to-date historical writing, and the increasing relevance of the past in popular culture. This collection, edited by Kalle Pihlainen, explores the intersections of history and historians in the present age, where shifting social, institutional, and cultural pressures have redefined the field. The book engages with identity, self-understanding, and the increasing consumption of history, looking at how modern mediums like reality TV, Twitter, and traditional philosophical discourse can influence the future direction of historical scholarship.

Drawing inspiration from diverse traditions, the contributors offer insights into where history is headed, presenting an exciting vision of the potential for history to engage contemporary audiences on multiple levels.

About The Author

Kalle Pihlainen is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Humanities at Tallinn University, Estonia, and an Adjunct Professor of Philosophy and Cultural Theory at Åbo Akademi University, Finland. His research focuses on the theory and philosophy of history, as well as the cultural intersections of literature and history.