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The Use and Abuse of History

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Book Details

  • Author: Marc Ferro

  • Brand: Routledge

  • Edition: 2

  • Binding: Paperback

  • Number of Pages: 416

  • Release Date: 21-08-2003

  • Languages: English

  • ISBN: 9780415285926


About the Book

Use and Abuse of History by Marc Ferro is a thought-provoking exploration of how history is shaped and manipulated across different societies. In this revised edition, Ferro delves deeper into the ways history has been utilized or distorted to serve specific political or ideological agendas. By examining a variety of historical narratives—from the Zulu kingdoms to Communist China, and from India to the United States—the author reveals the diverse interpretations of history and how they reflect the societies that create them.

Ferro challenges the reader to question the authenticity of historical accounts and to consider the role of education and media in shaping collective memory. Through this lens, he explores the importance of critical thinking in understanding history and warns against the dangers of historical distortion used to influence public opinion or manipulate social consciousness.

This book is indispensable for anyone interested in historiography, the politics of history, and the ways in which history shapes the present.