Outline of a Course of Lectures on History: Addressed to the Senior Class, (Second Semester, 1861,) in the State University of Michigan (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: Outline of a Course of Lectures on History: Addressed to the Senior Class, (Second Semester, 1861,) in the State University of Michigan (Classic Reprint)
Author: Andrew Dickson White
ISBN: 9780428719494

Andrew Dickson White

9780428719494: Outline of a Course of Lectures on History: Addressed to the Senior Class, (Second Semester, 1861,) in the State University of Michigan (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 042871949X ISBN 13: 9780428719494

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Outline of a Course of Lectures on History offers a clear, classroom-ready introduction to the study of history, guiding readers through how to read, take notes, and use maps and timelines to understand past events.

This edition expands on topics from ancient to medieval and modern history, including approaches to narrative history, philosophy of history, and the practical use of historical study in culture and education.

This volume frames what to read, how to read it, and how to engage with lectures as active learning. It combines aims, methods, and a detailed syllabus to help students, teachers, and curious readers alike build a solid foundation in historical thinking.

Foundational ideas about the study and purpose of history, including facts, principles, and laws.
Guidance on reading strategies, from narrative histories to philosophy of history and specific courses.
Practical advice on note-taking, structure, and using maps and wall-maps for study and review.
A structured outline of lectures spanning early civilizations, medieval systems, and major periods up to the Renaissance and Reformation.

Ideal for readers beginning formal study of history, as well as teachers seeking a concise, student-friendly framework for historical inquiry.

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About the Author

Andrew Dickson White (1832-1918) did more than any other American to impress upon late nineteenth- and twentieth century thought the idea that science and religion are enemies locked in combat on an almost military scale. In 1849, he entered Geneva College and later enrolled in Yale. After graduating, White joined the University of Michigan as a lecturer in history. He returned to New York and won election to the state senate. Finally, White went on to become the first president and cofounder of Cornell University. He also is the author of books, including Seven Great Statesmen in the Warfare of Humanity with Unreason and a 1906 autobiography.

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