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How to Write History that People Want to Read
How to Write History that People Want to Read
Author/editor: Professor Ann McGrath
Publisher: University of New South Wales Press
Year published: 2009

Abstract

Writing history can take an author - and ultimately a reader - on a journey through time, across the globe and into the lives of others.  This book offers great advice to writers, such as:

  • how much research is necessary?
  • when should you start writing?
  • should you structure your work chronologically or thematically?
  • how do you write a compelling narrative?

Perfect for historians of all levels, this book is an indispensible guide to writing history.